Deep River Elementary vs Sandy Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 72 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deep River Elementary
Sanford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
557 students
Sandy Grove Elementary
Lumber Bridge · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
| Measure | Deep River Elementary Sanford, North Carolina | Sandy Grove Elementary Lumber Bridge, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #759 of 1,457 | #1001 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #38069 of 50,301 | #42456 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 557 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 557 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.8% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 30% |
| city | Sanford | Lumber Bridge |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Deep River Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.7 vs 23.8).
- •Deep River Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 30%).
- •Deep River Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 36%).
- •Deep River Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.8% vs 99.5%).
- •Sandy Grove Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.4).
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 Deep River Elementary better than Sandy Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Deep River Elementary ranks higher (30.7 vs 23.8 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 Deep River Elementary and Sandy Grove Elementary?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Lumber Bridge in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deep River Elementary: 557. Sandy Grove Elementary: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deep River Elementary and Sandy Grove Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Deep River Elementary is 759th of 1,457 and Sandy Grove Elementary is 1001st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).