Highland Middle vs Western Harnett High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 6.3 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
Western Harnett High
Lillington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,324 students
| Measure | Highland Middle Sanford, North Carolina | Western Harnett High Lillington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #209 of 469 | #345 of 528 |
| National rank | #10782 of 15,369 | #12595 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 762 | 1,324 |
| Enrollment | 762 | 1,324 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 61.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 34% |
| city | Sanford | Lillington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.4 vs 33.3).
- •Western Harnett High does better on math proficiency (34% vs 33%).
- •Western Harnett High does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 39%).
- •Western Harnett High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.8% vs 63.9%).
- •Highland Middle does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 23.6).
- •Western Harnett High is the larger school with 1,324 students compared with 762.
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 Western Harnett High?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle ranks higher (35.4 vs 33.3 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 Western Harnett High?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Lillington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle: 762. Western Harnett High: 1,324. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle and Western Harnett High rank in North Carolina?
Highland Middle is 209th of 469 and Western Harnett High is 345th of 528 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).