Deep River Elementary vs Southmont Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 64 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
Southmont Elementary School
Asheboro · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
| Measure | Deep River Elementary Sanford, North Carolina | Southmont Elementary School Asheboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #759 of 1,457 | #851 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #38069 of 50,301 | #39947 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 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 43% |
| city | Sanford | Asheboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Deep River Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.7 vs 27.8).
- •Deep River Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 43%).
- •Deep River Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 28%).
- •Deep River Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.8% vs 99.5%).
- •Southmont Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.9 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 Southmont Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Deep River Elementary ranks higher (30.7 vs 27.8 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 Southmont Elementary School?
About 64 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Asheboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deep River Elementary: 557. Southmont Elementary School: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deep River Elementary and Southmont Elementary School rank in North Carolina?
Deep River Elementary is 759th of 1,457 and Southmont Elementary School is 851st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).