Lake Myra Elementary vs Southwest Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 141 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lake Myra Elementary
Wendell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
722 students
Southwest Elementary
Jacksonville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
720 students
| Measure | Lake Myra Elementary Wendell, North Carolina | Southwest Elementary Jacksonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #590 of 1,457 | #541 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #33908 of 50,301 | #32704 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 722 | 720 |
| Enrollment | 722 | 720 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.4% | 60.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 34% |
| city | Wendell | Jacksonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwest Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.9 vs 37.1).
- •Southwest Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 30%).
- •Southwest Elementary does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 34%).
- •Lake Myra Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.4% vs 60.4%).
- •Lake Myra Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.1).
- •Lake Myra Elementary is the larger school with 722 students compared with 720.
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 Lake Myra Elementary better than Southwest Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Southwest Elementary ranks higher (38.9 vs 37.1 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 Lake Myra Elementary and Southwest Elementary?
About 141 km in a straight line, between Wendell and Jacksonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lake Myra Elementary: 722. Southwest Elementary: 720. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lake Myra Elementary and Southwest Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Lake Myra Elementary is 590th of 1,457 and Southwest Elementary is 541st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).