North Columbus Elementary vs Veterans Memorial Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 267 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Columbus Elementary
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
737 students
Veterans Memorial Middle School
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
681 students
| Measure | North Columbus Elementary Columbus, Georgia | Veterans Memorial Middle School Columbus, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #507 of 1,308 | #170 of 482 |
| National rank | #26302 of 50,301 | #7889 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 737 | 681 |
| Enrollment | 737 | 681 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.5% | 75.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 52% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (48.3 vs 48.9).
- •North Columbus Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •North Columbus Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 50%).
- •Veterans Memorial Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.9% vs 80.5%).
- •Veterans Memorial Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.0).
- •North Columbus Elementary is the larger school with 737 students compared with 681.
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 North Columbus Elementary better than Veterans Memorial Middle School?
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 North Columbus Elementary and Veterans Memorial Middle School?
About 267 m in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Columbus Elementary: 737. Veterans Memorial Middle School: 681. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Columbus Elementary and Veterans Memorial Middle School rank in Georgia?
North Columbus Elementary is 507th of 1,308 and Veterans Memorial Middle School is 170th of 482 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).