L J Bell Elementary vs Washington Street Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.8 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
Washington Street Elementary
Rockingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
417 students
| Measure | L J Bell Elementary Rockingham, North Carolina | Washington Street Elementary Rockingham, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #854 of 1,457 | #1074 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #40034 of 50,301 | #43618 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 449 | 417 |
| Enrollment | 449 | 417 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98% | 96.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 34% |
| city | Rockingham | Rockingham |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •L J Bell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.6 vs 22.0).
- •L J Bell Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 34%).
- •L J Bell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Washington Street Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.2% vs 98%).
- •L J Bell Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 19.0).
- •L J Bell Elementary is the larger school with 449 students compared with 417.
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 Washington Street Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), L J Bell Elementary ranks higher (27.6 vs 22.0 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 Washington Street Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Rockingham and Rockingham in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L J Bell Elementary: 449. Washington Street Elementary: 417. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L J Bell Elementary and Washington Street Elementary rank in North Carolina?
L J Bell Elementary is 854th of 1,457 and Washington Street Elementary is 1074th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).