D S Johnson Elementary vs G R Edwards Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
D S Johnson Elementary
Rocky Mount · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
206 students
G R Edwards Elementary
Rocky Mount · Public elementary · Grades K–5
632 students
| Measure | D S Johnson Elementary Rocky Mount, North Carolina | G R Edwards Elementary Rocky Mount, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1340 of 1,457 | #1339 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #47994 of 50,301 | #47961 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 206 | 632 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 632 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 35% |
| Math proficiency | – | 18% |
| city | Rocky Mount | Rocky Mount |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.2 vs 14.3).
- •G R Edwards Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.8% vs 98.5%).
- •G R Edwards Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 20.6).
- •G R Edwards Elementary is the larger school with 632 students compared with 206.
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 D S Johnson Elementary better than G R Edwards Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are D S Johnson Elementary and G R Edwards Elementary?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Rocky Mount and Rocky Mount in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D S Johnson Elementary: 206. G R Edwards Elementary: 632. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D S Johnson Elementary and G R Edwards Elementary rank in North Carolina?
D S Johnson Elementary is 1340th of 1,457 and G R Edwards Elementary is 1339th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).