Hunter Elementary vs Ligon Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 424 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hunter Elementary
Raleigh · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
658 students
Ligon Middle
Raleigh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
959 students
| Measure | Hunter Elementary Raleigh, North Carolina | Ligon Middle Raleigh, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #106 of 1,457 | #26 of 469 |
| National rank | #8715 of 50,301 | #2912 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 658 | 959 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 959 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.3% | 34.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 56% |
| city | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hunter Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.8 vs 72.1).
- •Hunter Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 56%).
- •Ligon Middle does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 64%).
- •Hunter Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.3% vs 34.5%).
- •Hunter Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 15.2).
- •Ligon Middle is the larger school with 959 students compared with 658.
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 Hunter Elementary better than Ligon Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hunter Elementary ranks higher (73.8 vs 72.1 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 Hunter Elementary and Ligon Middle?
About 424 m in a straight line, between Raleigh and Raleigh in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hunter Elementary: 658. Ligon Middle: 959. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hunter Elementary and Ligon Middle rank in North Carolina?
Hunter Elementary is 106th of 1,457 and Ligon Middle is 26th of 469 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).