Enka Middle vs Shelby Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 106 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Enka Middle
Candler · Public middle · Grades 7–8
588 students
Shelby Middle
Shelby · Public middle · Grades 6–8
588 students
| Measure | Enka Middle Candler, North Carolina | Shelby Middle Shelby, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #257 of 469 | #195 of 469 |
| National rank | #11803 of 15,369 | #10422 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 588 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 588 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 49% |
| city | Candler | Shelby |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shelby Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.2 vs 30.6).
- •Shelby Middle does better on math proficiency (49% vs 39%).
- •Shelby Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 41%).
- •Enka Middle does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 16.8).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Enka Middle better than Shelby Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Shelby Middle ranks higher (37.2 vs 30.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Enka Middle and Shelby Middle?
About 106 km in a straight line, between Candler and Shelby in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Enka Middle: 588. Shelby Middle: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Enka Middle and Shelby Middle rank in North Carolina?
Enka Middle is 257th of 469 and Shelby Middle is 195th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).