Dunn Elementary vs West Columbus School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 113 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dunn Elementary
Dunn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
813 students
West Columbus School
Cerro Gordo · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
814 students
| Measure | Dunn Elementary Dunn, North Carolina | West Columbus School Cerro Gordo, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #919 of 1,457 | #1315 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #40989 of 50,301 | #47721 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 813 | 814 |
| Enrollment | 813 | 814 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Dunn | Cerro Gordo |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dunn Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.1 vs 14.9).
- •Dunn Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 99.6%).
- •Dunn Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 16.6).
- •West Columbus School is the larger school with 814 students compared with 813.
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 Dunn Elementary better than West Columbus School?
On the Success Index (US), Dunn Elementary ranks higher (26.1 vs 14.9 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 Dunn Elementary and West Columbus School?
About 113 km in a straight line, between Dunn and Cerro Gordo in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dunn Elementary: 813. West Columbus School: 814. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dunn Elementary and West Columbus School rank in North Carolina?
Dunn Elementary is 919th of 1,457 and West Columbus School is 1315th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).