Harris Creek Elementary vs Meadowlark Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 168 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris Creek Elementary
Raleigh · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
827 students
Meadowlark Elementary
Winston-Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
827 students
| Measure | Harris Creek Elementary Raleigh, North Carolina | Meadowlark Elementary Winston-Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #314 of 1,457 | #192 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #24131 of 50,301 | #16049 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 827 | 827 |
| Enrollment | 827 | 827 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.6% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 76% |
| city | Raleigh | Winston-Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meadowlark Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 51.5).
- •Meadowlark Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 39%).
- •Meadowlark Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 48%).
- •Harris Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.6% vs 99.6%).
- •Harris Creek Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 15.0).
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 Harris Creek Elementary better than Meadowlark Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Meadowlark Elementary ranks higher (63.1 vs 51.5 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 Harris Creek Elementary and Meadowlark Elementary?
About 168 km in a straight line, between Raleigh and Winston-Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harris Creek Elementary: 827. Meadowlark Elementary: 827. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harris Creek Elementary and Meadowlark Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Harris Creek Elementary is 314th of 1,457 and Meadowlark Elementary is 192nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).