Central Elementary vs East Albemarle Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Albemarle · Public elementary · Grades K–5
525 students
East Albemarle Elementary
Albemarle · Public elementary · Grades K–5
261 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Albemarle, North Carolina | East Albemarle Elementary Albemarle, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1194 of 1,457 | #1028 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #45771 of 50,301 | #42927 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 525 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 37% |
| city | Albemarle | Albemarle |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Albemarle Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.0 vs 18.5).
- •East Albemarle Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 23%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •East Albemarle Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 99.4%).
- •East Albemarle Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 13.8).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 525 students compared with 261.
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 Elementary better than East Albemarle Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), East Albemarle Elementary ranks higher (23.0 vs 18.5 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 Elementary and East Albemarle Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Albemarle and Albemarle in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 525. East Albemarle Elementary: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and East Albemarle Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Central Elementary is 1194th of 1,457 and East Albemarle Elementary is 1028th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).