North Garner Middle vs Southwest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 241 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Garner Middle
Garner · Public middle · Grades 6–8
831 students
Southwest Middle
Gastonia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
832 students
| Measure | North Garner Middle Garner, North Carolina | Southwest Middle Gastonia, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #286 of 469 | #298 of 469 |
| National rank | #12375 of 15,369 | #12575 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 831 | 832 |
| Enrollment | 831 | 832 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 37% |
| city | Garner | Gastonia |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Garner Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.6 vs 26.6).
- •Southwest Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 30%).
- •North Garner Middle does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 34%).
- •Southwest Middle does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 15.7).
- •Southwest Middle is the larger school with 832 students compared with 831.
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 North Garner Middle better than Southwest Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Garner Middle ranks higher (27.6 vs 26.6 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 North Garner Middle and Southwest Middle?
About 241 km in a straight line, between Garner and Gastonia in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Garner Middle: 831. Southwest Middle: 832. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Garner Middle and Southwest Middle rank in North Carolina?
North Garner Middle is 286th of 469 and Southwest Middle is 298th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).