Avery's Creek Elementary vs Sandy Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 322 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avery's Creek Elementary
Arden · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
557 students
Sandy Grove Elementary
Lumber Bridge · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
| Measure | Avery's Creek Elementary Arden, North Carolina | Sandy Grove Elementary Lumber Bridge, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #934 of 1,457 | #1001 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #41314 of 50,301 | #42456 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 557 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 557 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 30% |
| city | Arden | Lumber Bridge |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Avery's Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.6 vs 23.8).
- •Avery's Creek Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 30%).
- •Avery's Creek Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 36%).
- •Sandy Grove Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.5).
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 Avery's Creek Elementary better than Sandy Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Avery's Creek Elementary ranks higher (25.6 vs 23.8 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 Avery's Creek Elementary and Sandy Grove Elementary?
About 322 km in a straight line, between Arden and Lumber Bridge in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avery's Creek Elementary: 557. Sandy Grove Elementary: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avery's Creek Elementary and Sandy Grove Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Avery's Creek Elementary is 934th of 1,457 and Sandy Grove Elementary is 1001st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).