Midway Elementary vs Peterson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 76 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Midway Elementary
Dunn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
539 students
Peterson Elementary
Red Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
539 students
| Measure | Midway Elementary Dunn, North Carolina | Peterson Elementary Red Springs, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #598 of 1,457 | #1343 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #34200 of 50,301 | #48028 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 539 | 539 |
| Enrollment | 539 | 539 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 18% |
| city | Dunn | Red Springs |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Midway Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.7 vs 14.2).
- •Midway Elementary does better on math proficiency (45% vs 18%).
- •Midway Elementary does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 27%).
- •Midway Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.3% vs 99.4%).
- •Peterson Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 15.9).
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 Midway Elementary better than Peterson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Midway Elementary ranks higher (36.7 vs 14.2 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 Midway Elementary and Peterson Elementary?
About 76 km in a straight line, between Dunn and Red Springs in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Midway Elementary: 539. Peterson Elementary: 539. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Midway Elementary and Peterson Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Midway Elementary is 598th of 1,457 and Peterson Elementary is 1343rd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).