Hurley Elementary vs Knollwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 9.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hurley Elementary
Salisbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
466 students
Knollwood Elementary
Salisbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
585 students
| Measure | Hurley Elementary Salisbury, North Carolina | Knollwood Elementary Salisbury, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1417 of 1,457 | #1410 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #49236 of 50,301 | #49147 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 466 | 585 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 585 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 19% |
| city | Salisbury | Salisbury |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (10.8 vs 11.1).
- •Knollwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (19% vs 10%).
- •Knollwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 18%).
- •Hurley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 99.5%).
- •Hurley Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 18.9).
- •Knollwood Elementary is the larger school with 585 students compared with 466.
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 Hurley Elementary better than Knollwood 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 Hurley Elementary and Knollwood Elementary?
About 9.5 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hurley Elementary: 466. Knollwood Elementary: 585. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hurley Elementary and Knollwood Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Hurley Elementary is 1417th of 1,457 and Knollwood Elementary is 1410th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).