Central Elementary vs The Expedition School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Hillsborough · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
261 students
The Expedition School
Hillsborough · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
380 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Hillsborough, North Carolina | The Expedition School Hillsborough, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #849 of 1,457 | #14 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #39849 of 50,301 | #1998 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 261 | 380 |
| Enrollment | 261 | 380 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 74% |
| city | Hillsborough | Hillsborough |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Expedition School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.1 vs 27.9).
- •The Expedition School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 27%).
- •The Expedition School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 37%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 13.6).
- •The Expedition School is the larger school with 380 students compared with 261.
- •Central Elementary is a public school while The Expedition School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 The Expedition School?
On the Success Index (US), The Expedition School ranks higher (86.1 vs 27.9 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 The Expedition School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Hillsborough and Hillsborough in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 261. The Expedition School: 380. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and The Expedition School rank in North Carolina?
Central Elementary is 849th of 1,457 and The Expedition School is 14th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).