John W Jones Elementary vs Merry Oaks International Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 260 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John W Jones Elementary
Wilson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
601 students
Merry Oaks International Academy
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
601 students
| Measure | John W Jones Elementary Wilson, North Carolina | Merry Oaks International Academy Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1287 of 1,457 | #1045 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #47309 of 50,301 | #43232 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 601 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 601 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 43% |
| city | Wilson | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merry Oaks International Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 15.7).
- •Merry Oaks International Academy does better on math proficiency (43% vs 22%).
- •John W Jones Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 17%).
- •Merry Oaks International Academy does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.2).
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 John W Jones Elementary better than Merry Oaks International Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Merry Oaks International Academy ranks higher (22.6 vs 15.7 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 John W Jones Elementary and Merry Oaks International Academy?
About 260 km in a straight line, between Wilson and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John W Jones Elementary: 601. Merry Oaks International Academy: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John W Jones Elementary and Merry Oaks International Academy rank in North Carolina?
John W Jones Elementary is 1287th of 1,457 and Merry Oaks International Academy is 1045th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).