East Garner Elementary vs Vandora Springs Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Garner Elementary
Garner · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
535 students
Vandora Springs Elementary
Garner · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
582 students
| Measure | East Garner Elementary Garner, North Carolina | Vandora Springs Elementary Garner, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1210 of 1,457 | #1003 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #45960 of 50,301 | #42467 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 535 | 582 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 582 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 29% |
| city | Garner | Garner |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vandora Springs Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.8 vs 18.2).
- •Vandora Springs Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 23%).
- •Vandora Springs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •East Garner Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 99.5%).
- •Vandora Springs Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.7).
- •Vandora Springs Elementary is the larger school with 582 students compared with 535.
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 East Garner Elementary better than Vandora Springs Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Vandora Springs Elementary ranks higher (23.8 vs 18.2 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 East Garner Elementary and Vandora Springs Elementary?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Garner and Garner in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Garner Elementary: 535. Vandora Springs Elementary: 582. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Garner Elementary and Vandora Springs Elementary rank in North Carolina?
East Garner Elementary is 1210th of 1,457 and Vandora Springs Elementary is 1003rd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).