Neal Middle vs North Davidson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 132 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Neal Middle
Durham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
706 students
North Davidson Middle
Lexington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
706 students
| Measure | Neal Middle Durham, North Carolina | North Davidson Middle Lexington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #430 of 469 | #68 of 469 |
| National rank | #14558 of 15,369 | #5140 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 706 | 706 |
| Enrollment | 706 | 706 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 45% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 56% |
| city | Durham | Lexington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Davidson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 15.1).
- •North Davidson Middle does better on math proficiency (56% vs 18%).
- •North Davidson Middle does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 26%).
- •North Davidson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45% vs 99.6%).
- •Neal Middle does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 18.1).
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 Neal Middle better than North Davidson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Davidson Middle ranks higher (61.5 vs 15.1 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 Neal Middle and North Davidson Middle?
About 132 km in a straight line, between Durham and Lexington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Neal Middle: 706. North Davidson Middle: 706. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Neal Middle and North Davidson Middle rank in North Carolina?
Neal Middle is 430th of 469 and North Davidson Middle is 68th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).