Creekside Elementary vs Newell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 174 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Creekside Elementary
Durham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
554 students
Newell Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades K–5
554 students
| Measure | Creekside Elementary Durham, North Carolina | Newell Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #767 of 1,457 | #1081 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #38135 of 50,301 | #43667 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 554 | 554 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 554 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 36% |
| city | Durham | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Creekside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.6 vs 21.9).
- •Creekside Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 36%).
- •Creekside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 20%).
- •Newell Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 16.3).
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 Creekside Elementary better than Newell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Creekside Elementary ranks higher (30.6 vs 21.9 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 Creekside Elementary and Newell Elementary?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Durham and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creekside Elementary: 554. Newell Elementary: 554. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creekside Elementary and Newell Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Creekside Elementary is 767th of 1,457 and Newell Elementary is 1081st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).