John R Griffin Middle vs Southwest Guilford Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 147 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John R Griffin Middle
Fayetteville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,024 students
Southwest Guilford Middle
High Point · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,032 students
| Measure | John R Griffin Middle Fayetteville, North Carolina | Southwest Guilford Middle High Point, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #67 of 469 | #236 of 469 |
| National rank | #5072 of 15,369 | #11318 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,024 | 1,032 |
| Enrollment | 1,024 | 1,032 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.3% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 37% |
| city | Fayetteville | High Point |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John R Griffin Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 32.9).
- •John R Griffin Middle does better on math proficiency (53% vs 37%).
- •John R Griffin Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 50%).
- •John R Griffin Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.3% vs 99.7%).
- •Southwest Guilford Middle does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 18.0).
- •Southwest Guilford Middle is the larger school with 1,032 students compared with 1,024.
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 R Griffin Middle better than Southwest Guilford Middle?
On the Success Index (US), John R Griffin Middle ranks higher (61.9 vs 32.9 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 R Griffin Middle and Southwest Guilford Middle?
About 147 km in a straight line, between Fayetteville and High Point in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John R Griffin Middle: 1,024. Southwest Guilford Middle: 1,032. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John R Griffin Middle and Southwest Guilford Middle rank in North Carolina?
John R Griffin Middle is 67th of 469 and Southwest Guilford Middle is 236th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).