Alexander Wilson Elementary vs River Mill Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Wilson Elementary
Graham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
609 students
River Mill Academy
Graham · Charter other · Grades K–12
780 students
| Measure | Alexander Wilson Elementary Graham, North Carolina | River Mill Academy Graham, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #469 of 1,457 | – |
| National rank | #30400 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 609 | 780 |
| Enrollment | 609 | 780 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.7% | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 46% |
| city | Graham | Graham |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Mill Academy does better on math proficiency (46% vs 43%).
- •River Mill Academy does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 41%).
- •Alexander Wilson Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 16.6).
- •River Mill Academy is the larger school with 780 students compared with 609.
- •Alexander Wilson Elementary is a public school while River Mill Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Alexander Wilson Elementary better than River Mill Academy?
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 Alexander Wilson Elementary and River Mill Academy?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Graham and Graham in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Wilson Elementary: 609. River Mill Academy: 780. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Wilson Elementary and River Mill Academy rank in North Carolina?
Alexander Wilson Elementary is 469th of 1,457 and River Mill Academy is unranked among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).