R Max Abbott Middle vs Sampson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 55 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
R Max Abbott Middle
Fayetteville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
704 students
Sampson Middle
Clinton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
703 students
| Measure | R Max Abbott Middle Fayetteville, North Carolina | Sampson Middle Clinton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #251 of 469 | #344 of 469 |
| National rank | #11630 of 15,369 | #13382 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 704 | 703 |
| Enrollment | 704 | 703 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 32% |
| city | Fayetteville | Clinton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R Max Abbott Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.5 vs 22.2).
- •Sampson Middle does better on math proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •R Max Abbott Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 34%).
- •R Max Abbott Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.3% vs 99.6%).
- •R Max Abbott Middle does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 16.7).
- •R Max Abbott Middle is the larger school with 704 students compared with 703.
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 R Max Abbott Middle better than Sampson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), R Max Abbott Middle ranks higher (31.5 vs 22.2 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 R Max Abbott Middle and Sampson Middle?
About 55 km in a straight line, between Fayetteville and Clinton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
R Max Abbott Middle: 704. Sampson Middle: 703. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do R Max Abbott Middle and Sampson Middle rank in North Carolina?
R Max Abbott Middle is 251st of 469 and Sampson Middle is 344th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).