Central Elementary vs Steele Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 72 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
Steele Creek Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
525 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Albemarle, North Carolina | Steele Creek Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1194 of 1,457 | #1031 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #45771 of 50,301 | #42978 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 525 | 525 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 525 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 41% |
| city | Albemarle | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Steele Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.0 vs 18.5).
- •Steele Creek Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 23%).
- •Steele Creek Elementary does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.4).
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 Steele Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Steele Creek 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 Steele Creek Elementary?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Albemarle and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 525. Steele Creek Elementary: 525. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Steele Creek Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Central Elementary is 1194th of 1,457 and Steele Creek Elementary is 1031st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).