Central Elementary vs North Stanly Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.1 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
North Stanly Middle
New London · Public middle · Grades 6–8
471 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Albemarle, North Carolina | North Stanly Middle New London, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1194 of 1,457 | #289 of 469 |
| National rank | #45771 of 50,301 | #12418 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 525 | 471 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 471 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 33% |
| city | Albemarle | New London |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Stanly Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.4 vs 18.5).
- •North Stanly Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 23%).
- •North Stanly Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.8).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 525 students compared with 471.
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 North Stanly Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Stanly Middle ranks higher (27.4 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 North Stanly Middle?
About 7.1 km in a straight line, between Albemarle and New London in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 525. North Stanly Middle: 471. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and North Stanly Middle rank in North Carolina?
Central Elementary is 1194th of 1,457 and North Stanly Middle is 289th of 469 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).