Central Carolina Academy vs J R Ingram Jr Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Carolina Academy
Sanford · Charter high · Grades 6–12
536 students
J R Ingram Jr Elementary
Sanford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
419 students
| Measure | Central Carolina Academy Sanford, North Carolina | J R Ingram Jr Elementary Sanford, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #68 of 528 | #669 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #3493 of 16,910 | #36045 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 536 | 419 |
| Enrollment | 536 | 419 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.5% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 43% |
| Math proficiency | – | 41% |
| city | Sanford | Sanford |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Carolina Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.2 vs 33.8).
- •Central Carolina Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.5% vs 99.3%).
- •J R Ingram Jr Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.8).
- •Central Carolina Academy is the larger school with 536 students compared with 419.
- •Central Carolina Academy is a charter school while J R Ingram Jr Elementary is a public 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 Central Carolina Academy better than J R Ingram Jr Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Carolina Academy ranks higher (69.2 vs 33.8 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 Central Carolina Academy and J R Ingram Jr Elementary?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Sanford in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Carolina Academy: 536. J R Ingram Jr Elementary: 419. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Carolina Academy and J R Ingram Jr Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Central Carolina Academy is 68th of 528 and J R Ingram Jr Elementary is 669th of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).