Benson Elementary vs Southwest Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 120 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benson Elementary
Benson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
719 students
Southwest Elementary
Jacksonville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
720 students
| Measure | Benson Elementary Benson, North Carolina | Southwest Elementary Jacksonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1405 of 1,457 | #541 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #48989 of 50,301 | #32704 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 719 | 720 |
| Enrollment | 719 | 720 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 60.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 34% |
| city | Benson | Jacksonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwest Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.9 vs 11.6).
- •Southwest Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 19%).
- •Southwest Elementary does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 22%).
- •Southwest Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.4% vs 99.6%).
- •Southwest Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 16.0).
- •Southwest Elementary is the larger school with 720 students compared with 719.
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 Benson Elementary better than Southwest Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Southwest Elementary ranks higher (38.9 vs 11.6 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 Benson Elementary and Southwest Elementary?
About 120 km in a straight line, between Benson and Jacksonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benson Elementary: 719. Southwest Elementary: 720. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benson Elementary and Southwest Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Benson Elementary is 1405th of 1,457 and Southwest Elementary is 541st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).