Alston Ridge Elementary vs Hickory Ridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 169 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alston Ridge Elementary
Cary · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
917 students
Hickory Ridge Elementary
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
927 students
| Measure | Alston Ridge Elementary Cary, North Carolina | Hickory Ridge Elementary Harrisburg, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #66 of 1,457 | #64 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #6001 of 50,301 | #5848 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 917 | 927 |
| Enrollment | 917 | 927 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.8% | 15% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | – |
| Math proficiency | 65% | – |
| city | Cary | Harrisburg |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.2 vs 78.5).
- •Hickory Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15% vs 17.8%).
- •Alston Ridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.5).
- •Hickory Ridge Elementary is the larger school with 927 students compared with 917.
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 Alston Ridge Elementary better than Hickory Ridge 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 Alston Ridge Elementary and Hickory Ridge Elementary?
About 169 km in a straight line, between Cary and Harrisburg in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alston Ridge Elementary: 917. Hickory Ridge Elementary: 927. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alston Ridge Elementary and Hickory Ridge Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Alston Ridge Elementary is 66th of 1,457 and Hickory Ridge Elementary is 64th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).