Highland Middle vs Western Harnett Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 5.7 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 Middle
Lillington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
700 students
| Measure | Highland Middle Sanford, North Carolina | Western Harnett Middle Lillington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #209 of 469 | #141 of 469 |
| National rank | #10782 of 15,369 | #8926 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 762 | 700 |
| Enrollment | 762 | 700 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 55.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 37% |
| city | Sanford | Lillington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Western Harnett Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.1 vs 35.4).
- •Western Harnett Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Western Harnett Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 39%).
- •Western Harnett Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.6% vs 63.9%).
- •Highland Middle is the larger school with 762 students compared with 700.
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 Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Western Harnett Middle ranks higher (44.1 vs 35.4 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 Highland Middle and Western Harnett Middle?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Lillington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle: 762. Western Harnett Middle: 700. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle and Western Harnett Middle rank in North Carolina?
Highland Middle is 209th of 469 and Western Harnett Middle is 141st of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).