George Watts Elementary vs Global Scholars Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Watts Elementary
Durham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
358 students
Global Scholars Academy
Durham · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
201 students
| Measure | George Watts Elementary Durham, North Carolina | Global Scholars Academy Durham, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #375 of 1,457 | #1054 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #27294 of 50,301 | #43446 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 358 | 201 |
| Enrollment | 358 | 201 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 98.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 22% |
| city | Durham | Durham |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Watts Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.8 vs 22.2).
- •George Watts Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 22%).
- •George Watts Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 32%).
- •Global Scholars Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.5% vs 99.2%).
- •Global Scholars Academy does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.3).
- •George Watts Elementary is the larger school with 358 students compared with 201.
- •George Watts Elementary is a public school while Global Scholars Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 George Watts Elementary better than Global Scholars Academy?
On the Success Index (US), George Watts Elementary ranks higher (46.8 vs 22.2 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 George Watts Elementary and Global Scholars Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Durham and Durham in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Watts Elementary: 358. Global Scholars Academy: 201. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Watts Elementary and Global Scholars Academy rank in North Carolina?
George Watts Elementary is 375th of 1,457 and Global Scholars Academy is 1054th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).