Central Elementary vs Stanly Early College High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.1 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
Stanly Early College High
Albemarle · Public high · Grades 9–13
188 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Albemarle, North Carolina | Stanly Early College High Albemarle, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1194 of 1,457 | #162 of 528 |
| National rank | #45771 of 50,301 | #6983 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 525 | 188 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 188 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 98.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 74.5% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 74.5% |
| city | Albemarle | Albemarle |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stanly Early College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 18.5).
- •Stanly Early College High does better on math proficiency (74.5% vs 23%).
- •Stanly Early College High does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 27%).
- •Stanly Early College High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.4% vs 99.4%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 23.5).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 525 students compared with 188.
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 Stanly Early College High?
On the Success Index (US), Stanly Early College High ranks higher (55.2 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 Stanly Early College High?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Albemarle and Albemarle in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 525. Stanly Early College High: 188. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Stanly Early College High rank in North Carolina?
Central Elementary is 1194th of 1,457 and Stanly Early College High is 162nd of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).