South Edgecombe Middle vs The Innovation Academy at South Campus
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 70 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Edgecombe Middle
Pinetops · Public middle · Grades 6–8
271 students
The Innovation Academy at South Campus
Smithfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
263 students
| Measure | South Edgecombe Middle Pinetops, North Carolina | The Innovation Academy at South Campus Smithfield, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #405 of 469 | #156 of 469 |
| National rank | #14324 of 15,369 | #9499 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 271 | 263 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 263 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 98.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| city | Pinetops | Smithfield |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Innovation Academy at South Campus scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.5 vs 16.7).
- •The Innovation Academy at South Campus does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •The Innovation Academy at South Campus does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 27%).
- •The Innovation Academy at South Campus does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.5% vs 98.9%).
- •South Edgecombe Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.6).
- •South Edgecombe Middle is the larger school with 271 students compared with 263.
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 South Edgecombe Middle better than The Innovation Academy at South Campus?
On the Success Index (US), The Innovation Academy at South Campus ranks higher (41.5 vs 16.7 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 South Edgecombe Middle and The Innovation Academy at South Campus?
About 70 km in a straight line, between Pinetops and Smithfield in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Edgecombe Middle: 271. The Innovation Academy at South Campus: 263. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Edgecombe Middle and The Innovation Academy at South Campus rank in North Carolina?
South Edgecombe Middle is 405th of 469 and The Innovation Academy at South Campus is 156th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).