L J Bell Elementary vs Tar Heel School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 92 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L J Bell Elementary
Rockingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
449 students
Tar Heel School
Tar Heel · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
449 students
| Measure | L J Bell Elementary Rockingham, North Carolina | Tar Heel School Tar Heel, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #854 of 1,457 | #1310 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #40034 of 50,301 | #47665 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 449 | 449 |
| Enrollment | 449 | 449 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98% | 95.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 23% |
| city | Rockingham | Tar Heel |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •L J Bell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.6 vs 15.0).
- •L J Bell Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 23%).
- •L J Bell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 30%).
- •Tar Heel School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.5% vs 98%).
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 J Bell Elementary better than Tar Heel School?
On the Success Index (US), L J Bell Elementary ranks higher (27.6 vs 15.0 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 L J Bell Elementary and Tar Heel School?
About 92 km in a straight line, between Rockingham and Tar Heel in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L J Bell Elementary: 449. Tar Heel School: 449. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L J Bell Elementary and Tar Heel School rank in North Carolina?
L J Bell Elementary is 854th of 1,457 and Tar Heel School is 1310th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).