Coulwood STEM Academy vs Oakdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coulwood STEM Academy
Charlotte · Public middle · Grades 6–8
632 students
Oakdale Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
497 students
| Measure | Coulwood STEM Academy Charlotte, North Carolina | Oakdale Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #271 of 469 | #1429 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #12179 of 15,369 | #49407 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 632 | 497 |
| Enrollment | 632 | 497 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 98.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 18% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Coulwood STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.6 vs 10.2).
- •Coulwood STEM Academy does better on math proficiency (42% vs 18%).
- •Coulwood STEM Academy does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 17%).
- •Oakdale Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.8% vs 99.5%).
- •Coulwood STEM Academy does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.6).
- •Coulwood STEM Academy is the larger school with 632 students compared with 497.
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 Coulwood STEM Academy better than Oakdale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Coulwood STEM Academy ranks higher (28.6 vs 10.2 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 Coulwood STEM Academy and Oakdale Elementary?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Coulwood STEM Academy: 632. Oakdale Elementary: 497. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Coulwood STEM Academy and Oakdale Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Coulwood STEM Academy is 271st of 469 and Oakdale Elementary is 1429th of 1,457 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).