L Gilbert Carroll vs W H Knuckles
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 5.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L Gilbert Carroll
Lumberton · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
494 students
W H Knuckles
Lumberton · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
382 students
| Measure | L Gilbert Carroll Lumberton, North Carolina | W H Knuckles Lumberton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1362 of 1,457 | #1347 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #48342 of 50,301 | #48158 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 494 | 382 |
| Enrollment | 494 | 382 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 22% |
| city | Lumberton | Lumberton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.4 vs 13.9).
- •L Gilbert Carroll does better on math proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •L Gilbert Carroll does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •W H Knuckles does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.2% vs 99.4%).
- •W H Knuckles does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 19.8).
- •L Gilbert Carroll is the larger school with 494 students compared with 382.
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 L Gilbert Carroll better than W H Knuckles?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are L Gilbert Carroll and W H Knuckles?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Lumberton and Lumberton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L Gilbert Carroll: 494. W H Knuckles: 382. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L Gilbert Carroll and W H Knuckles rank in North Carolina?
L Gilbert Carroll is 1362nd of 1,457 and W H Knuckles is 1347th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).