Harrisburg Elementary vs Idlewild Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harrisburg Elementary
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
850 students
Idlewild Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
850 students
| Measure | Harrisburg Elementary Harrisburg, North Carolina | Idlewild Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #110 of 1,457 | #687 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #8908 of 50,301 | #36438 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 850 | 850 |
| Enrollment | 850 | 850 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.1% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 53% |
| city | Harrisburg | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harrisburg Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.5 vs 33.2).
- •Harrisburg Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 53%).
- •Harrisburg Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 39%).
- •Harrisburg Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.1% vs 99.6%).
- •Harrisburg Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 17.0).
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 Harrisburg Elementary better than Idlewild Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Harrisburg Elementary ranks higher (73.5 vs 33.2 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 Harrisburg Elementary and Idlewild Elementary?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harrisburg Elementary: 850. Idlewild Elementary: 850. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harrisburg Elementary and Idlewild Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Harrisburg Elementary is 110th of 1,457 and Idlewild Elementary is 687th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).