John Chavis Middle School vs West Lincoln Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Chavis Middle School
Cherryville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
412 students
West Lincoln Middle
Lincolnton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
563 students
| Measure | John Chavis Middle School Cherryville, North Carolina | West Lincoln Middle Lincolnton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #229 of 469 | #185 of 469 |
| National rank | #11152 of 15,369 | #10180 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 412 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 98.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 39% |
| city | Cherryville | Lincolnton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Lincoln Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 33.7).
- •John Chavis Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •West Lincoln Middle does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 41%).
- •West Lincoln Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.8% vs 99.3%).
- •West Lincoln Middle does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.3).
- •West Lincoln Middle is the larger school with 563 students compared with 412.
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 John Chavis Middle School better than West Lincoln Middle?
On the Success Index (US), West Lincoln Middle ranks higher (38.5 vs 33.7 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 John Chavis Middle School and West Lincoln Middle?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Cherryville and Lincolnton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Chavis Middle School: 412. West Lincoln Middle: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Chavis Middle School and West Lincoln Middle rank in North Carolina?
John Chavis Middle School is 229th of 469 and West Lincoln Middle is 185th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).