Erwin Middle vs Rowan Co Early College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Erwin Middle
Salisbury · Public middle · Grades 6–8
763 students
Rowan Co Early College
Salisbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
235 students
| Measure | Erwin Middle Salisbury, North Carolina | Rowan Co Early College Salisbury, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #401 of 469 | #203 of 528 |
| National rank | #14285 of 15,369 | #8293 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 763 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 763 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.4% | 98.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 33.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 74.5% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 62% |
| city | Salisbury | Salisbury |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rowan Co Early College scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.4 vs 16.9).
- •Rowan Co Early College does better on math proficiency (62% vs 21%).
- •Rowan Co Early College does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 33%).
- •Erwin Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.4% vs 98.7%).
- •Erwin Middle does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 33.6).
- •Erwin Middle is the larger school with 763 students compared with 235.
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 Erwin Middle better than Rowan Co Early College?
On the Success Index (US), Rowan Co Early College ranks higher (50.4 vs 16.9 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 Erwin Middle and Rowan Co Early College?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erwin Middle: 763. Rowan Co Early College: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erwin Middle and Rowan Co Early College rank in North Carolina?
Erwin Middle is 401st of 469 and Rowan Co Early College is 203rd of 528 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).