Ledford Middle vs Selma Burke Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 74 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ledford Middle
Thomasville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
651 students
Selma Burke Middle
Mooresville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
649 students
| Measure | Ledford Middle Thomasville, North Carolina | Selma Burke Middle Mooresville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 469 | #130 of 469 |
| National rank | #6821 of 15,369 | #8535 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 651 | 649 |
| Enrollment | 651 | 649 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53% | 49.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | – |
| Math proficiency | 49% | – |
| city | Thomasville | Mooresville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ledford Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.8 vs 45.9).
- •Selma Burke Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.9% vs 53%).
- •Selma Burke Middle does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 18.1).
- •Ledford Middle is the larger school with 651 students compared with 649.
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 Ledford Middle better than Selma Burke Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ledford Middle ranks higher (53.8 vs 45.9 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 Ledford Middle and Selma Burke Middle?
About 74 km in a straight line, between Thomasville and Mooresville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ledford Middle: 651. Selma Burke Middle: 649. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ledford Middle and Selma Burke Middle rank in North Carolina?
Ledford Middle is 97th of 469 and Selma Burke Middle is 130th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).