Elkin Elementary vs Smithfield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 126 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkin Elementary
Elkin · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
673 students
Smithfield Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
672 students
| Measure | Elkin Elementary Elkin, North Carolina | Smithfield Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #276 of 1,457 | #376 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #21506 of 50,301 | #27324 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 673 | 672 |
| Enrollment | 673 | 672 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.2% | 47.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 45% |
| city | Elkin | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elkin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 46.8).
- •Elkin Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Elkin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 45%).
- •Smithfield Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.8% vs 58.2%).
- •Elkin Elementary is the larger school with 673 students compared with 672.
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 Elkin Elementary better than Smithfield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Elkin Elementary ranks higher (55.2 vs 46.8 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 Elkin Elementary and Smithfield Elementary?
About 126 km in a straight line, between Elkin and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkin Elementary: 673. Smithfield Elementary: 672. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkin Elementary and Smithfield Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Elkin Elementary is 276th of 1,457 and Smithfield Elementary is 376th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).