Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork vs Cash Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork
Walkertown · Public elementary · Grades K–5
295 students
Cash Elementary
Kernersville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
520 students
| Measure | Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork Walkertown, North Carolina | Cash Elementary Kernersville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1376 of 1,457 | #544 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #48583 of 50,301 | #32936 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 295 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.9% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | – | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 40% |
| city | Walkertown | Kernersville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cash Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 12.7).
- •Cash Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 7.5%).
- •Cash Elementary does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 17%).
- •Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.9% vs 99.4%).
- •Cash Elementary is the larger school with 520 students compared with 295.
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 Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork better than Cash Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cash Elementary ranks higher (38.5 vs 12.7 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 Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork and Cash Elementary?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Walkertown and Kernersville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork: 295. Cash Elementary: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork and Cash Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork is 1376th of 1,457 and Cash Elementary is 544th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).