Gillespie Park Elementary vs Southern Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gillespie Park Elementary
Greensboro · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
215 students
Southern Elementary
Greensboro · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
215 students
| Measure | Gillespie Park Elementary Greensboro, North Carolina | Southern Elementary Greensboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1413 of 1,457 | #569 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #49171 of 50,301 | #33544 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 215 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 215 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.6% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 37% |
| city | Greensboro | Greensboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southern Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 11.0).
- •Southern Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 12%).
- •Southern Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 17%).
- •Southern Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.4).
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 Gillespie Park Elementary better than Southern Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Southern Elementary ranks higher (37.7 vs 11.0 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 Gillespie Park Elementary and Southern Elementary?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Greensboro and Greensboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gillespie Park Elementary: 215. Southern Elementary: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gillespie Park Elementary and Southern Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Gillespie Park Elementary is 1413th of 1,457 and Southern Elementary is 569th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).