E J Hayes Elementary vs Wrightsville Beach Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 193 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
E J Hayes Elementary
Williamston · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
280 students
Wrightsville Beach Elem
Wrightsville Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
280 students
| Measure | E J Hayes Elementary Williamston, North Carolina | Wrightsville Beach Elem Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1117 of 1,457 | #5 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #44400 of 50,301 | #1051 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 280 | 280 |
| Enrollment | 280 | 280 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 8.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 82% |
| city | Williamston | Wrightsville Beach |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wrightsville Beach Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.9 vs 20.7).
- •Wrightsville Beach Elem does better on math proficiency (82% vs 31%).
- •Wrightsville Beach Elem does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 32%).
- •Wrightsville Beach Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.9% vs 98.9%).
- •Wrightsville Beach Elem does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.6).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is E J Hayes Elementary better than Wrightsville Beach Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Wrightsville Beach Elem ranks higher (88.9 vs 20.7 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 E J Hayes Elementary and Wrightsville Beach Elem?
About 193 km in a straight line, between Williamston and Wrightsville Beach in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
E J Hayes Elementary: 280. Wrightsville Beach Elem: 280. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do E J Hayes Elementary and Wrightsville Beach Elem rank in North Carolina?
E J Hayes Elementary is 1117th of 1,457 and Wrightsville Beach Elem is 5th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).