D S Johnson Elementary vs Southside Ashpole Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 209 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
Southside Ashpole Elementary
Rowland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
206 students
| Measure | D S Johnson Elementary Rocky Mount, North Carolina | Southside Ashpole Elementary Rowland, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1340 of 1,457 | #751 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #47994 of 50,301 | #37981 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 206 | 206 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 206 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 96.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Rocky Mount | Rowland |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southside Ashpole Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.9 vs 14.2).
- •Southside Ashpole Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.6% vs 98.5%).
- •Southside Ashpole Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 20.6).
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 D S Johnson Elementary better than Southside Ashpole Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Southside Ashpole Elementary ranks higher (30.9 vs 14.2 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 D S Johnson Elementary and Southside Ashpole Elementary?
About 209 km in a straight line, between Rocky Mount and Rowland in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D S Johnson Elementary: 206. Southside Ashpole Elementary: 206. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D S Johnson Elementary and Southside Ashpole Elementary rank in North Carolina?
D S Johnson Elementary is 1340th of 1,457 and Southside Ashpole Elementary is 751st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).