Gibson Elementary vs Northwest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 622 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gibson Elementary
Winston-Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
589 students
Northwest Middle
Winston Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
702 students
| Measure | Gibson Elementary Winston-Salem, North Carolina | Northwest Middle Winston Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1201 of 1,457 | #387 of 469 |
| National rank | #45848 of 50,301 | #14079 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 589 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 589 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 22% |
| city | Winston-Salem | Winston Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.4 vs 18.2).
- •Gibson Elementary does better on math proficiency (23% vs 22%).
- •Northwest Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 20%).
- •Gibson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 99.6%).
- •Gibson Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.6).
- •Northwest Middle is the larger school with 702 students compared with 589.
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 Gibson Elementary better than Northwest 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 Gibson Elementary and Northwest Middle?
About 622 m in a straight line, between Winston-Salem and Winston Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gibson Elementary: 589. Northwest Middle: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gibson Elementary and Northwest Middle rank in North Carolina?
Gibson Elementary is 1201st of 1,457 and Northwest Middle is 387th of 469 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).