Northern Middle vs Polk County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 314 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northern Middle
Roxboro · Public middle · Grades 6–8
454 students
Polk County Middle School
Mill Spring · Public middle · Grades 6–8
454 students
| Measure | Northern Middle Roxboro, North Carolina | Polk County Middle School Mill Spring, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #362 of 469 | #73 of 469 |
| National rank | #13623 of 15,369 | #5418 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 454 | 454 |
| Enrollment | 454 | 454 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 58% |
| city | Roxboro | Mill Spring |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Polk County Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.3 vs 20.9).
- •Polk County Middle School does better on math proficiency (58% vs 31%).
- •Polk County Middle School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 32%).
- •Polk County Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 16.8).
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 Northern Middle better than Polk County Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Polk County Middle School ranks higher (60.3 vs 20.9 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 Northern Middle and Polk County Middle School?
About 314 km in a straight line, between Roxboro and Mill Spring in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern Middle: 454. Polk County Middle School: 454. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern Middle and Polk County Middle School rank in North Carolina?
Northern Middle is 362nd of 469 and Polk County Middle School is 73rd of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).