George L Carrington Middle vs Lucas Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George L Carrington Middle
Durham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
771 students
Lucas Middle
Durham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
400 students
| Measure | George L Carrington Middle Durham, North Carolina | Lucas Middle Durham, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #351 of 469 | #353 of 469 |
| National rank | #13441 of 15,369 | #13495 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 771 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 771 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 30% |
| city | Durham | Durham |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.9 vs 21.7).
- •Lucas Middle does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Lucas Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.3% vs 99.6%).
- •George L Carrington Middle does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 17.4).
- •George L Carrington Middle is the larger school with 771 students compared with 400.
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 George L Carrington Middle better than Lucas Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are George L Carrington Middle and Lucas Middle?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Durham and Durham in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George L Carrington Middle: 771. Lucas Middle: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George L Carrington Middle and Lucas Middle rank in North Carolina?
George L Carrington Middle is 351st of 469 and Lucas Middle is 353rd of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).