Catawba Springs Elementary vs West Lake Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Catawba Springs Elementary
Denver · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
543 students
West Lake Preparatory Academy
Denver · Charter other · Grades K–9
402 students
| Measure | Catawba Springs Elementary Denver, North Carolina | West Lake Preparatory Academy Denver, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #155 of 1,457 | – |
| National rank | #12558 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–9 |
| Students | 543 | 402 |
| Enrollment | 543 | 402 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.4% | 54.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 57.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | – |
| Math proficiency | 61% | – |
| city | Denver | Denver |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Catawba Springs Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.4% vs 54.2%).
- •Catawba Springs Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 57.4).
- •Catawba Springs Elementary is the larger school with 543 students compared with 402.
- •Catawba Springs Elementary is a public school while West Lake Preparatory 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 Catawba Springs Elementary better than West Lake Preparatory Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Catawba Springs Elementary and West Lake Preparatory Academy?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Denver and Denver in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Catawba Springs Elementary: 543. West Lake Preparatory Academy: 402. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Catawba Springs Elementary and West Lake Preparatory Academy rank in North Carolina?
Catawba Springs Elementary is 155th of 1,457 and West Lake Preparatory Academy is unranked among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).