Hurley Elementary vs South Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 27 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
South Elementary
Mooresville · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
466 students
| Measure | Hurley Elementary Salisbury, North Carolina | South Elementary Mooresville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1417 of 1,457 | #242 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #49236 of 50,301 | #19822 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 466 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 63.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 62% |
| city | Salisbury | Mooresville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.7 vs 10.8).
- •South Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 10%).
- •South Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 18%).
- •South Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.3% vs 99.4%).
- •South Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.3 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 Hurley Elementary better than South Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Elementary ranks higher (57.7 vs 10.8 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 Hurley Elementary and South Elementary?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Mooresville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hurley Elementary: 466. South Elementary: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hurley Elementary and South Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Hurley Elementary is 1417th of 1,457 and South Elementary is 242nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).