Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork vs Petree Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.7 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
Petree Elementary
Winston-Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
519 students
| Measure | Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork Walkertown, North Carolina | Petree Elementary Winston-Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1376 of 1,457 | #1420 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #48583 of 50,301 | #49313 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 295 | 519 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 519 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.9% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | – | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 2.5% |
| city | Walkertown | Winston-Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.7 vs 10.6).
- •Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 2.5%).
- •Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.9% vs 99.4%).
- •Petree Elementary is the larger school with 519 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 Petree Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork ranks higher (12.7 vs 10.6 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 Petree Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Walkertown and Winston-Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork: 295. Petree Elementary: 519. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork and Petree Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork is 1376th of 1,457 and Petree Elementary is 1420th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).