Bolton Elementary vs South Fork Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bolton Elementary
Winston Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
380 students
South Fork Elementary
Winston Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
503 students
| Measure | Bolton Elementary Winston Salem, North Carolina | South Fork Elementary Winston Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1163 of 1,457 | #816 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #45198 of 50,301 | #39087 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 380 | 503 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 503 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 38% |
| city | Winston Salem | Winston Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Fork Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.2 vs 19.4).
- •South Fork Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 21%).
- •South Fork Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Bolton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 99.4%).
- •Bolton Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.6).
- •South Fork Elementary is the larger school with 503 students compared with 380.
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 Bolton Elementary better than South Fork Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Fork Elementary ranks higher (29.2 vs 19.4 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 Bolton Elementary and South Fork Elementary?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Winston Salem and Winston Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bolton Elementary: 380. South Fork Elementary: 503. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bolton Elementary and South Fork Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Bolton Elementary is 1163rd of 1,457 and South Fork Elementary is 816th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).