Berryhill School vs Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berryhill School
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
423 students
Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy
Charlotte · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
884 students
| Measure | Berryhill School Charlotte, North Carolina | Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1019 of 1,457 | #1182 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #42812 of 50,301 | #45554 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 423 | 884 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 884 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 97.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | – |
| Math proficiency | 31% | – |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Berryhill School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.2 vs 18.9).
- •Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.9% vs 99.3%).
- •Berryhill School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.1).
- •Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy is the larger school with 884 students compared with 423.
- •Berryhill School is a public school while Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Berryhill School better than Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Berryhill School ranks higher (23.2 vs 18.9 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 Berryhill School and Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berryhill School: 423. Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy: 884. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berryhill School and Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy rank in North Carolina?
Berryhill School is 1019th of 1,457 and Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy is 1182nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).