Hickory Ridge Middle vs Salem Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 170 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hickory Ridge Middle
Harrisburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,057 students
Salem Middle
Apex · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,057 students
| Measure | Hickory Ridge Middle Harrisburg, North Carolina | Salem Middle Apex, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #23 of 469 | #24 of 469 |
| National rank | #2248 of 15,369 | #2429 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,057 | 1,057 |
| Enrollment | 1,057 | 1,057 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.1% | 19.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 61% |
| city | Harrisburg | Apex |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hickory Ridge Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.6 vs 74.6).
- •Hickory Ridge Middle does better on math proficiency (72% vs 61%).
- •Salem Middle does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 66%).
- •Hickory Ridge Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.1% vs 19.2%).
- •Salem Middle does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 21.1).
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 Hickory Ridge Middle better than Salem Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hickory Ridge Middle ranks higher (75.6 vs 74.6 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 Hickory Ridge Middle and Salem Middle?
About 170 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Apex in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hickory Ridge Middle: 1,057. Salem Middle: 1,057. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hickory Ridge Middle and Salem Middle rank in North Carolina?
Hickory Ridge Middle is 23rd of 469 and Salem Middle is 24th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).