Dole Elementary vs Overton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.9 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
Overton Elementary
Salisbury · Public elementary · Grades K–5
237 students
| Measure | Dole Elementary Salisbury, North Carolina | Overton Elementary Salisbury, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1436 of 1,457 | #1213 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #49501 of 50,301 | #46079 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 388 | 237 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 237 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| city | Salisbury | Salisbury |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Overton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.0 vs 9.8).
- •Overton Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Overton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 21%).
- •Overton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92% vs 99.2%).
- •Overton Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.2).
- •Dole Elementary is the larger school with 388 students compared with 237.
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 Overton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Overton Elementary ranks higher (18.0 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 Overton Elementary?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dole Elementary: 388. Overton Elementary: 237. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dole Elementary and Overton Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Dole Elementary is 1436th of 1,457 and Overton Elementary is 1213th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).