Northeastern High vs River Road Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 5.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northeastern High
Elizabeth City · Public high · Grades 9–12
658 students
River Road Middle
Elizabeth City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
414 students
| Measure | Northeastern High Elizabeth City, North Carolina | River Road Middle Elizabeth City, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #487 of 528 | #342 of 469 |
| National rank | #15800 of 16,910 | #13331 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 658 | 414 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 414 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 26% |
| city | Elizabeth City | Elizabeth City |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Road Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.5 vs 16.8).
- •River Road Middle does better on math proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •River Road Middle does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •River Road Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.3% vs 99.5%).
- •River Road Middle does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.5).
- •Northeastern High is the larger school with 658 students compared with 414.
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 Northeastern High better than River Road Middle?
On the Success Index (US), River Road Middle ranks higher (22.5 vs 16.8 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 Northeastern High and River Road Middle?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Elizabeth City and Elizabeth City in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northeastern High: 658. River Road Middle: 414. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northeastern High and River Road Middle rank in North Carolina?
Northeastern High is 487th of 528 and River Road Middle is 342nd of 469 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).