Glenn Elementary vs The School for Creative Studies
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenn Elementary
Durham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
455 students
The School for Creative Studies
Durham · Public high · Grades 6–12
350 students
| Measure | Glenn Elementary Durham, North Carolina | The School for Creative Studies Durham, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1214 of 1,457 | #323 of 528 |
| National rank | #46113 of 50,301 | #12247 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 455 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 30% |
| city | Durham | Durham |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The School for Creative Studies scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.8 vs 17.9).
- •The School for Creative Studies does better on math proficiency (30% vs 15%).
- •The School for Creative Studies does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 17%).
- •The School for Creative Studies does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 99.3%).
- •The School for Creative Studies does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 10.6).
- •Glenn Elementary is the larger school with 455 students compared with 350.
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 Glenn Elementary better than The School for Creative Studies?
On the Success Index (US), The School for Creative Studies ranks higher (34.8 vs 17.9 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 Glenn Elementary and The School for Creative Studies?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Durham and Durham in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenn Elementary: 455. The School for Creative Studies: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenn Elementary and The School for Creative Studies rank in North Carolina?
Glenn Elementary is 1214th of 1,457 and The School for Creative Studies is 323rd of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).