Kennedy Middle vs Steele Creek Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.0 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
Steele Creek Preparatory Academy
Charlotte · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
335 students
| Measure | Kennedy Middle Charlotte, North Carolina | Steele Creek Preparatory Academy Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #284 of 469 | #1409 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #12350 of 15,369 | #49135 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 990 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 990 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 89.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 41.9 |
| 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 11.2).
- •Steele Creek Preparatory Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 99.7%).
- •Kennedy Middle does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 41.9).
- •Kennedy Middle is the larger school with 990 students compared with 335.
- •Kennedy Middle is a public school while Steele Creek Preparatory Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Steele Creek Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Kennedy Middle ranks higher (27.7 vs 11.2 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 Steele Creek Preparatory Academy?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kennedy Middle: 990. Steele Creek Preparatory Academy: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kennedy Middle and Steele Creek Preparatory Academy rank in North Carolina?
Kennedy Middle is 284th of 469 and Steele Creek Preparatory Academy is 1409th of 1,457 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).