Hurley Elementary vs West Rowan High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.6 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
West Rowan High
Mount Ulla · Public high · Grades 9–12
988 students
| Measure | Hurley Elementary Salisbury, North Carolina | West Rowan High Mount Ulla, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1417 of 1,457 | #464 of 528 |
| National rank | #49236 of 50,301 | #15360 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 466 | 988 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 988 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 29% |
| city | Salisbury | Mount Ulla |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Rowan High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.4 vs 10.8).
- •West Rowan High does better on math proficiency (29% vs 10%).
- •West Rowan High does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 18%).
- •Hurley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 99.7%).
- •Hurley Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 22.0).
- •West Rowan High is the larger school with 988 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 West Rowan High?
On the Success Index (US), West Rowan High ranks higher (19.4 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 West Rowan High?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Mount Ulla in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hurley Elementary: 466. West Rowan High: 988. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hurley Elementary and West Rowan High rank in North Carolina?
Hurley Elementary is 1417th of 1,457 and West Rowan High is 464th of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).