Highland Middle vs Wendell Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 81 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Middle
Sanford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
762 students
Wendell Middle
Wendell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
762 students
| Measure | Highland Middle Sanford, North Carolina | Wendell Middle Wendell, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #209 of 469 | #355 of 469 |
| National rank | #10782 of 15,369 | #13519 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 762 | 762 |
| Enrollment | 762 | 762 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 18% |
| city | Sanford | Wendell |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.4 vs 21.6).
- •Highland Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 18%).
- •Highland Middle does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Highland Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 99.6%).
- •Wendell Middle does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 15.6).
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 Highland Middle better than Wendell Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle ranks higher (35.4 vs 21.6 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 Highland Middle and Wendell Middle?
About 81 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Wendell in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle: 762. Wendell Middle: 762. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle and Wendell Middle rank in North Carolina?
Highland Middle is 209th of 469 and Wendell Middle is 355th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).