Southeast Middle vs West Rowan Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southeast Middle
Salisbury · Public middle · Grades 6–8
628 students
West Rowan Middle
Salisbury · Public middle · Grades 6–8
707 students
| Measure | Southeast Middle Salisbury, North Carolina | West Rowan Middle Salisbury, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #436 of 469 | #417 of 469 |
| National rank | #14674 of 15,369 | #14427 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 628 | 707 |
| Enrollment | 628 | 707 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 18% |
| city | Salisbury | Salisbury |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Rowan Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.1 vs 14.2).
- •West Rowan Middle does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 33%).
- •West Rowan Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 99.5%).
- •Southeast Middle does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 18.6).
- •West Rowan Middle is the larger school with 707 students compared with 628.
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 Southeast Middle better than West Rowan Middle?
On the Success Index (US), West Rowan Middle ranks higher (16.1 vs 14.2 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 Southeast Middle and West Rowan Middle?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southeast Middle: 628. West Rowan Middle: 707. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southeast Middle and West Rowan Middle rank in North Carolina?
Southeast Middle is 436th of 469 and West Rowan Middle is 417th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).