Dole Elementary vs North Rowan Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dole Elementary
Salisbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
388 students
North Rowan Elementary
Spencer · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
405 students
| Measure | Dole Elementary Salisbury, North Carolina | North Rowan Elementary Spencer, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1436 of 1,457 | #1435 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #49501 of 50,301 | #49488 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 388 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 8% |
| city | Salisbury | Spencer |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (9.8 vs 9.9).
- •Dole Elementary does better on math proficiency (12% vs 8%).
- •Dole Elementary does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 20%).
- •Dole Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 99.3%).
- •North Rowan Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 16.2).
- •North Rowan Elementary is the larger school with 405 students compared with 388.
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 Dole Elementary better than North Rowan 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 Dole Elementary and North Rowan Elementary?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Spencer in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dole Elementary: 388. North Rowan Elementary: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dole Elementary and North Rowan Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Dole Elementary is 1436th of 1,457 and North Rowan Elementary is 1435th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).