Helena Elementary vs Oak Lane Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Helena Elementary
Timberlake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
512 students
Oak Lane Elementary
Hurdle Mills · Public elementary · Grades K–5
224 students
| Measure | Helena Elementary Timberlake, North Carolina | Oak Lane Elementary Hurdle Mills, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #636 of 1,457 | #643 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #35265 of 50,301 | #35462 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 512 | 224 |
| Enrollment | 512 | 224 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 98.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 47% |
| city | Timberlake | Hurdle Mills |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.0 vs 34.7).
- •Oak Lane Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Helena Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •Oak Lane Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.7% vs 98.8%).
- •Oak Lane Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 21.3).
- •Helena Elementary is the larger school with 512 students compared with 224.
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 Helena Elementary better than Oak Lane 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 Helena Elementary and Oak Lane Elementary?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Timberlake and Hurdle Mills in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Helena Elementary: 512. Oak Lane Elementary: 224. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Helena Elementary and Oak Lane Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Helena Elementary is 636th of 1,457 and Oak Lane Elementary is 643rd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).