Central Elementary vs Clyde Erwin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 185 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
283 students
Clyde Erwin Elementary
Jacksonville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
283 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Jackson, North Carolina | Clyde Erwin Elementary Jacksonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1088 of 1,457 | #738 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #43774 of 50,301 | #37594 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 283 | 283 |
| Enrollment | 283 | 283 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 61.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| city | Jackson | Jacksonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clyde Erwin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.4 vs 21.7).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Clyde Erwin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Clyde Erwin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.8% vs 98.9%).
- •Clyde Erwin Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.9).
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 Clyde Erwin Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Clyde Erwin Elementary ranks higher (31.4 vs 21.7 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 Clyde Erwin Elementary?
About 185 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jacksonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 283. Clyde Erwin Elementary: 283. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Clyde Erwin Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Central Elementary is 1088th of 1,457 and Clyde Erwin Elementary is 738th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).