Jacobs Fork Middle vs New Bridge Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 371 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jacobs Fork Middle
Newton · Public middle · Grades 7–8
482 students
New Bridge Middle
Jacksonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
482 students
| Measure | Jacobs Fork Middle Newton, North Carolina | New Bridge Middle Jacksonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 469 | #78 of 469 |
| National rank | #6818 of 15,369 | #5803 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 482 | 482 |
| Enrollment | 482 | 482 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.9% | 39% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 42% |
| city | Newton | Jacksonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •New Bridge Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.5 vs 53.8).
- •Jacobs Fork Middle does better on math proficiency (49% vs 42%).
- •New Bridge Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 52%).
- •New Bridge Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39% vs 52.9%).
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 Jacobs Fork Middle better than New Bridge Middle?
On the Success Index (US), New Bridge Middle ranks higher (58.5 vs 53.8 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 Jacobs Fork Middle and New Bridge Middle?
About 371 km in a straight line, between Newton and Jacksonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jacobs Fork Middle: 482. New Bridge Middle: 482. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jacobs Fork Middle and New Bridge Middle rank in North Carolina?
Jacobs Fork Middle is 96th of 469 and New Bridge Middle is 78th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).