Harry M Arndt Middle vs West Alexander Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harry M Arndt Middle
Hickory · Public middle · Grades 7–8
601 students
West Alexander Middle
Taylorsville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
467 students
| Measure | Harry M Arndt Middle Hickory, North Carolina | West Alexander Middle Taylorsville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #164 of 469 | #140 of 469 |
| National rank | #9722 of 15,369 | #8925 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 601 | 467 |
| Enrollment | 601 | 467 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 51% |
| city | Hickory | Taylorsville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Alexander Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.1 vs 40.4).
- •West Alexander Middle does better on math proficiency (51% vs 48%).
- •West Alexander Middle does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 51%).
- •West Alexander Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 99.5%).
- •West Alexander Middle does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 17.2).
- •Harry M Arndt Middle is the larger school with 601 students compared with 467.
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 Harry M Arndt Middle better than West Alexander Middle?
On the Success Index (US), West Alexander Middle ranks higher (44.1 vs 40.4 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 Harry M Arndt Middle and West Alexander Middle?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Hickory and Taylorsville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harry M Arndt Middle: 601. West Alexander Middle: 467. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harry M Arndt Middle and West Alexander Middle rank in North Carolina?
Harry M Arndt Middle is 164th of 469 and West Alexander Middle is 140th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).