Alpha Academy vs Lake Rim Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alpha Academy
Fayetteville Β· Charter other Β· Grades Kβ12
960 students
Lake Rim Elementary
Fayetteville Β· Public elementary Β· Grades PKβ5
656 students
| Measure | Alpha Academy Fayetteville, North Carolina | Lake Rim Elementary Fayetteville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | β Not rated | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | β | #1228 of 1,457 |
| National rank | β | #46436 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades Kβ12 | Grades PKβ5 |
| Students | 960 | 656 |
| Enrollment | 960 | 656 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.5% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 22% |
| city | Fayetteville | Fayetteville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Alpha Academy does better on math proficiency (45% vs 22%).
- β’Alpha Academy does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 34%).
- β’Alpha Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.5% vs 99.4%).
- β’Lake Rim Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 17.8).
- β’Alpha Academy is the larger school with 960 students compared with 656.
- β’Alpha Academy is a charter school while Lake Rim Elementary is a public 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 Alpha Academy better than Lake Rim Elementary?
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 Alpha Academy and Lake Rim Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Fayetteville and Fayetteville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alpha Academy: 960. Lake Rim Elementary: 656. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alpha Academy and Lake Rim Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Alpha Academy is unranked and Lake Rim Elementary is 1228th of 1,457 among other schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).