Joseph W Grier Academy vs Northridge Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 972 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph W Grier Academy
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
529 students
Northridge Middle
Charlotte · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,014 students
| Measure | Joseph W Grier Academy Charlotte, North Carolina | Northridge Middle Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1080 of 1,457 | #359 of 469 |
| National rank | #43651 of 50,301 | #13554 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 529 | 1,014 |
| Enrollment | 529 | 1,014 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 32% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.9 vs 21.4).
- •Joseph W Grier Academy does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Northridge Middle does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 34%).
- •Joseph W Grier Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 99.7%).
- •Joseph W Grier Academy does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 18.4).
- •Northridge Middle is the larger school with 1,014 students compared with 529.
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 Joseph W Grier Academy better than Northridge Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Joseph W Grier Academy and Northridge Middle?
About 972 m in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph W Grier Academy: 529. Northridge Middle: 1,014. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph W Grier Academy and Northridge Middle rank in North Carolina?
Joseph W Grier Academy is 1080th of 1,457 and Northridge Middle is 359th of 469 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).