A.C.E. Academy vs Kestrel Heights School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 174 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A.C.E. Academy
Harrisburg · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
421 students
Kestrel Heights School
Durham · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
421 students
| Measure | A.C.E. Academy Harrisburg, North Carolina | Kestrel Heights School Durham, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1226 of 1,457 | #585 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #46358 of 50,301 | #33795 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 421 | 421 |
| Enrollment | 421 | 421 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 56.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 26% |
| city | Harrisburg | Durham |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kestrel Heights School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.3 vs 17.4).
- •Kestrel Heights School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 17%).
- •Kestrel Heights School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Kestrel Heights School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.3% vs 97.9%).
- •Kestrel Heights School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.0).
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 A.C.E. Academy better than Kestrel Heights School?
On the Success Index (US), Kestrel Heights School ranks higher (37.3 vs 17.4 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 A.C.E. Academy and Kestrel Heights School?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Durham in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A.C.E. Academy: 421. Kestrel Heights School: 421. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A.C.E. Academy and Kestrel Heights School rank in North Carolina?
A.C.E. Academy is 1226th of 1,457 and Kestrel Heights School is 585th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).