Huntsville Elementary vs Upward Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 249 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Huntsville Elementary
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
389 students
Upward Elementary
Flat Rock · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
389 students
| Measure | Huntsville Elementary Madison, North Carolina | Upward Elementary Flat Rock, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1040 of 1,457 | #992 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #43152 of 50,301 | #42269 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 389 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 389 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.4% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 31% |
| city | Madison | Flat Rock |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Upward Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.1 vs 22.7).
- •Huntsville Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 31%).
- •Upward Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 30%).
- •Huntsville Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.4% vs 99.2%).
- •Upward Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 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 Huntsville Elementary better than Upward Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Upward Elementary ranks higher (24.1 vs 22.7 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 Huntsville Elementary and Upward Elementary?
About 249 km in a straight line, between Madison and Flat Rock in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Huntsville Elementary: 389. Upward Elementary: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Huntsville Elementary and Upward Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Huntsville Elementary is 1040th of 1,457 and Upward Elementary is 992nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).