Kennedy Middle vs South Pine Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kennedy Middle
Charlotte · Public middle · Grades 6–8
990 students
South Pine Academy
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
765 students
| Measure | Kennedy Middle Charlotte, North Carolina | South Pine Academy Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #284 of 469 | #1438 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #12350 of 15,369 | #49566 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 990 | 765 |
| Enrollment | 990 | 765 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | – |
| Math proficiency | 38% | – |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kennedy Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.7 vs 9.6).
- •South Pine Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.6% vs 99.7%).
- •Kennedy Middle does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 19.1).
- •Kennedy Middle is the larger school with 990 students compared with 765.
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 Kennedy Middle better than South Pine Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Kennedy Middle ranks higher (27.7 vs 9.6 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 Kennedy Middle and South Pine Academy?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kennedy Middle: 990. South Pine Academy: 765. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kennedy Middle and South Pine Academy rank in North Carolina?
Kennedy Middle is 284th of 469 and South Pine Academy is 1438th of 1,457 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).