Jefferson Elementary vs Northwoods Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 377 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
Northwoods Elementary
Jacksonville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
439 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Shelby, North Carolina | Northwoods Elementary Jacksonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #725 of 1,457 | #695 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #37355 of 50,301 | #36614 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 439 | 439 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 72.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 30% |
| city | Shelby | Jacksonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwoods Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 31.8).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 30%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Northwoods Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.2% vs 99.3%).
- •Northwoods Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.3 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 Northwoods Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Northwoods Elementary ranks higher (33.0 vs 31.8 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 Jefferson Elementary and Northwoods Elementary?
About 377 km in a straight line, between Shelby and Jacksonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 439. Northwoods Elementary: 439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Northwoods Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Jefferson Elementary is 725th of 1,457 and Northwoods Elementary is 695th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).