G R Whitfield vs Gardner Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 360 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
G R Whitfield
Grimesland · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
560 students
Gardner Park Elementary
Gastonia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
560 students
| Measure | G R Whitfield Grimesland, North Carolina | Gardner Park Elementary Gastonia, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #770 of 1,457 | #1005 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #38200 of 50,301 | #42494 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 560 | 560 |
| Enrollment | 560 | 560 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 29% |
| city | Grimesland | Gastonia |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •G R Whitfield scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.5 vs 23.7).
- •G R Whitfield does better on math proficiency (39% vs 29%).
- •G R Whitfield does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Gardner Park Elementary 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is G R Whitfield better than Gardner Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), G R Whitfield ranks higher (30.5 vs 23.7 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 G R Whitfield and Gardner Park Elementary?
About 360 km in a straight line, between Grimesland and Gastonia in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
G R Whitfield: 560. Gardner Park Elementary: 560. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do G R Whitfield and Gardner Park Elementary rank in North Carolina?
G R Whitfield is 770th of 1,457 and Gardner Park Elementary is 1005th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).