Dole Elementary vs North Rowan Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.7 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 Middle
Spencer · Public middle · Grades 6–8
649 students
| Measure | Dole Elementary Salisbury, North Carolina | North Rowan Middle Spencer, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1436 of 1,457 | #449 of 469 |
| National rank | #49501 of 50,301 | #15025 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 388 | 649 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 649 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 9% |
| city | Salisbury | Spencer |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Rowan Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (10.9 vs 9.8).
- •Dole Elementary does better on math proficiency (12% vs 9%).
- •North Rowan Middle does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 21%).
- •Dole Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 99.5%).
- •North Rowan Middle does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.2).
- •North Rowan Middle is the larger school with 649 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 Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Rowan Middle ranks higher (10.9 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 Middle?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Spencer in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dole Elementary: 388. North Rowan Middle: 649. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dole Elementary and North Rowan Middle rank in North Carolina?
Dole Elementary is 1436th of 1,457 and North Rowan Middle is 449th of 469 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).