Glen Alpine Elementary vs Wadesboro Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 179 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glen Alpine Elementary
Morganton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
295 students
Wadesboro Primary
Wadesboro · Public elementary · Grades K–3
295 students
| Measure | Glen Alpine Elementary Morganton, North Carolina | Wadesboro Primary Wadesboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #635 of 1,457 | #1334 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #35262 of 50,301 | #47936 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 295 | 295 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 295 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 7.5% |
| city | Morganton | Wadesboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glen Alpine Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.0 vs 14.4).
- •Glen Alpine Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 7.5%).
- •Glen Alpine Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Wadesboro Primary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.4).
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 Glen Alpine Elementary better than Wadesboro Primary?
On the Success Index (US), Glen Alpine Elementary ranks higher (35.0 vs 14.4 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 Glen Alpine Elementary and Wadesboro Primary?
About 179 km in a straight line, between Morganton and Wadesboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glen Alpine Elementary: 295. Wadesboro Primary: 295. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glen Alpine Elementary and Wadesboro Primary rank in North Carolina?
Glen Alpine Elementary is 635th of 1,457 and Wadesboro Primary is 1334th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).