B O Barnes Elementary vs Margaret Hearne Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
B O Barnes Elementary
Wilson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
274 students
Margaret Hearne Elementary
Wilson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
423 students
| Measure | B O Barnes Elementary Wilson, North Carolina | Margaret Hearne Elementary Wilson, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1321 of 1,457 | #1451 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #47763 of 50,301 | #49951 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 274 | 423 |
| Enrollment | 274 | 423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 7.5% |
| city | Wilson | Wilson |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •B O Barnes Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.7 vs 7.6).
- •B O Barnes Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 99.3%).
- •B O Barnes Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 16.3).
- •Margaret Hearne Elementary is the larger school with 423 students compared with 274.
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 B O Barnes Elementary better than Margaret Hearne Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), B O Barnes Elementary ranks higher (14.7 vs 7.6 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 B O Barnes Elementary and Margaret Hearne Elementary?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Wilson and Wilson in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
B O Barnes Elementary: 274. Margaret Hearne Elementary: 423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do B O Barnes Elementary and Margaret Hearne Elementary rank in North Carolina?
B O Barnes Elementary is 1321st of 1,457 and Margaret Hearne Elementary is 1451st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).