Claxton Elementary vs Northwoods Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 103 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Claxton Elementary
Greensboro · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
579 students
Northwoods Elementary
Cary · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
579 students
| Measure | Claxton Elementary Greensboro, North Carolina | Northwoods Elementary Cary, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #581 of 1,457 | #184 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #33720 of 50,301 | #15194 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 579 | 579 |
| Enrollment | 579 | 579 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 35.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 54% |
| city | Greensboro | Cary |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwoods Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.4 vs 37.4).
- •Northwoods Elementary does better on math proficiency (54% vs 44%).
- •Northwoods Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Northwoods Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.1% vs 99.5%).
- •Northwoods Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.6).
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 Claxton Elementary better than Northwoods Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Northwoods Elementary ranks higher (64.4 vs 37.4 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 Claxton Elementary and Northwoods Elementary?
About 103 km in a straight line, between Greensboro and Cary in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Claxton Elementary: 579. Northwoods Elementary: 579. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Claxton Elementary and Northwoods Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Claxton Elementary is 581st of 1,457 and Northwoods Elementary is 184th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).