J W McLauchlin Elementary vs Upchurch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J W McLauchlin Elementary
Raeford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
304 students
Upchurch Elementary
Raeford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
646 students
| Measure | J W McLauchlin Elementary Raeford, North Carolina | Upchurch Elementary Raeford, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #800 of 1,457 | #938 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #38874 of 50,301 | #41362 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 304 | 646 |
| Enrollment | 304 | 646 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 41% |
| city | Raeford | Raeford |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J W McLauchlin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.5 vs 25.6).
- •Upchurch Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •J W McLauchlin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •J W McLauchlin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99% vs 99.1%).
- •J W McLauchlin Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 16.2).
- •Upchurch Elementary is the larger school with 646 students compared with 304.
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 J W McLauchlin Elementary better than Upchurch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), J W McLauchlin Elementary ranks higher (29.5 vs 25.6 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 J W McLauchlin Elementary and Upchurch Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Raeford and Raeford in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J W McLauchlin Elementary: 304. Upchurch Elementary: 646. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J W McLauchlin Elementary and Upchurch Elementary rank in North Carolina?
J W McLauchlin Elementary is 800th of 1,457 and Upchurch Elementary is 938th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).