Peak Charter Academy vs Salem Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peak Charter Academy
Apex · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
651 students
Salem Middle
Apex · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,057 students
| Measure | Peak Charter Academy Apex, North Carolina | Salem Middle Apex, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #104 of 1,457 | #24 of 469 |
| National rank | #8345 of 50,301 | #2429 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 651 | 1,057 |
| Enrollment | 651 | 1,057 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.9% | 19.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 61% |
| city | Apex | Apex |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (74.4 vs 74.6).
- •Peak Charter Academy does better on math proficiency (64% vs 61%).
- •Peak Charter Academy does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 67%).
- •Peak Charter Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.9% vs 19.2%).
- •Salem Middle does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 18.6).
- •Salem Middle is the larger school with 1,057 students compared with 651.
- •Peak Charter Academy is a charter school while Salem Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Peak Charter Academy better than Salem Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Peak Charter Academy and Salem Middle?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Apex and Apex in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peak Charter Academy: 651. Salem Middle: 1,057. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peak Charter Academy and Salem Middle rank in North Carolina?
Peak Charter Academy is 104th of 1,457 and Salem Middle is 24th of 469 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).