Fred L Wilson Elementary vs Shady Brook Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fred L Wilson Elementary
Kannapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–5
415 students
Shady Brook Elementary
Kannapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–5
322 students
| Measure | Fred L Wilson Elementary Kannapolis, North Carolina | Shady Brook Elementary Kannapolis, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1133 of 1,457 | #1141 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #44725 of 50,301 | #44862 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 415 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 415 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Kannapolis | Kannapolis |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.2 vs 20.0).
- •Shady Brook Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.1% vs 99.3%).
- •Fred L Wilson Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.0).
- •Fred L Wilson Elementary is the larger school with 415 students compared with 322.
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 Fred L Wilson Elementary better than Shady Brook Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fred L Wilson Elementary and Shady Brook Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Kannapolis and Kannapolis in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fred L Wilson Elementary: 415. Shady Brook Elementary: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fred L Wilson Elementary and Shady Brook Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Fred L Wilson Elementary is 1133rd of 1,457 and Shady Brook Elementary is 1141st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).