Greenwood Elementary vs J Glenn Edwards Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 6.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greenwood Elementary
Sanford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
571 students
J Glenn Edwards Elementary
Sanford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
587 students
| Measure | Greenwood Elementary Sanford, North Carolina | J Glenn Edwards Elementary Sanford, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #750 of 1,457 | #760 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #37947 of 50,301 | #38084 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 571 | 587 |
| Enrollment | 571 | 587 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 48% |
| city | Sanford | Sanford |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (30.9 vs 30.7).
- •J Glenn Edwards Elementary does better on math proficiency (48% vs 41%).
- •Greenwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Greenwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.8).
- •J Glenn Edwards Elementary is the larger school with 587 students compared with 571.
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 Greenwood Elementary better than J Glenn Edwards Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Greenwood Elementary and J Glenn Edwards Elementary?
About 6.9 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Sanford in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Greenwood Elementary: 571. J Glenn Edwards Elementary: 587. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Greenwood Elementary and J Glenn Edwards Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Greenwood Elementary is 750th of 1,457 and J Glenn Edwards Elementary is 760th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).