W P Grier Middle School vs York Chester Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
W P Grier Middle School
Gastonia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
659 students
York Chester Middle
Gastonia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
398 students
| Measure | W P Grier Middle School Gastonia, North Carolina | York Chester Middle Gastonia, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #388 of 469 | #380 of 469 |
| National rank | #14104 of 15,369 | #13892 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 659 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 659 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 30% |
| city | Gastonia | Gastonia |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •York Chester Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.4 vs 18.1).
- •York Chester Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •York Chester Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 28%).
- •York Chester Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 99.5%).
- •W P Grier Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 16.6).
- •W P Grier Middle School is the larger school with 659 students compared with 398.
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 W P Grier Middle School better than York Chester Middle?
On the Success Index (US), York Chester Middle ranks higher (19.4 vs 18.1 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 W P Grier Middle School and York Chester Middle?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Gastonia and Gastonia in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
W P Grier Middle School: 659. York Chester Middle: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do W P Grier Middle School and York Chester Middle rank in North Carolina?
W P Grier Middle School is 388th of 469 and York Chester Middle is 380th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).