Dole Elementary vs North Rowan High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.1 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 High
Spencer · Public high · Grades 9–12
555 students
| Measure | Dole Elementary Salisbury, North Carolina | North Rowan High Spencer, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1436 of 1,457 | #290 of 528 |
| National rank | #49501 of 50,301 | #11382 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 388 | 555 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 555 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 0.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 27% |
| city | Salisbury | Spencer |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Rowan High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.3 vs 9.8).
- •North Rowan High does better on math proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •North Rowan High does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 21%).
- •North Rowan High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (0.5% vs 99.2%).
- •Dole Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 20.6).
- •North Rowan High is the larger school with 555 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 High?
On the Success Index (US), North Rowan High ranks higher (38.3 vs 9.8 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 Dole Elementary and North Rowan High?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Spencer in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dole Elementary: 388. North Rowan High: 555. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dole Elementary and North Rowan High rank in North Carolina?
Dole Elementary is 1436th of 1,457 and North Rowan High is 290th of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).