Combs Elementary vs Olds Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Combs Elementary
Raleigh · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
695 students
Olds Elementary
Raleigh · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
244 students
| Measure | Combs Elementary Raleigh, North Carolina | Olds Elementary Raleigh, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #144 of 1,457 | #78 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #11299 of 50,301 | #6831 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 695 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 695 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.7% | 32.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 62% |
| city | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Olds Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 70.0).
- •Olds Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •Olds Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Olds Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.4% vs 41.7%).
- •Olds Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.6).
- •Combs Elementary is the larger school with 695 students compared with 244.
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 Combs Elementary better than Olds Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Olds Elementary ranks higher (76.8 vs 70.0 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 Combs Elementary and Olds Elementary?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Raleigh and Raleigh in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Combs Elementary: 695. Olds Elementary: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Combs Elementary and Olds Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Combs Elementary is 144th of 1,457 and Olds Elementary is 78th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).