Jefferson Elementary vs Lakewood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 245 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Shelby · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
439 students
Lakewood Elementary
Durham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
439 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Shelby, North Carolina | Lakewood Elementary Durham, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #725 of 1,457 | #1134 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #37355 of 50,301 | #44733 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 439 | 439 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 23% |
| city | Shelby | Durham |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.8 vs 20.2).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 23%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 21%).
- •Lakewood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 99.3%).
- •Lakewood Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 15.1).
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 Jefferson Elementary better than Lakewood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (31.8 vs 20.2 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 Jefferson Elementary and Lakewood Elementary?
About 245 km in a straight line, between Shelby and Durham in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 439. Lakewood Elementary: 439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Lakewood Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Jefferson Elementary is 725th of 1,457 and Lakewood Elementary is 1134th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).