Central Elementary vs Old Dock Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 341 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Barco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
264 students
Old Dock Elementary
Whiteville · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
265 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Barco, North Carolina | Old Dock Elementary Whiteville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #335 of 1,457 | #587 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #25421 of 50,301 | #33859 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 264 | 265 |
| Enrollment | 264 | 265 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.7% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| city | Barco | Whiteville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.6 vs 37.2).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Old Dock Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.7% vs 98.9%).
- •Old Dock Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 17.6).
- •Old Dock Elementary is the larger school with 265 students compared with 264.
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 Old Dock Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (49.6 vs 37.2 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 Old Dock Elementary?
About 341 km in a straight line, between Barco and Whiteville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 264. Old Dock Elementary: 265. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Old Dock Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Central Elementary is 335th of 1,457 and Old Dock Elementary is 587th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).