Lake Wylie Elementary vs South Pine Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lake Wylie Elementary
Charlotte ยท Public elementary ยท Grades PKโ5
633 students
South Pine Academy
Charlotte ยท Public elementary ยท Grades PKโ5
765 students
| Measure | Lake Wylie Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina | South Pine Academy Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #868 of 1,457 | #1438 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #40271 of 50,301 | #49566 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PKโ5 | Grades PKโ5 |
| Students | 633 | 765 |
| Enrollment | 633 | 765 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | โ |
| Math proficiency | 44% | โ |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขLake Wylie Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.2 vs 9.6).
- โขLake Wylie Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 99.6%).
- โขLake Wylie Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 19.1).
- โขSouth Pine Academy is the larger school with 765 students compared with 633.
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 Wylie Elementary better than South Pine Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Wylie Elementary ranks higher (27.2 vs 9.6 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 Wylie Elementary and South Pine Academy?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lake Wylie Elementary: 633. South Pine Academy: 765. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lake Wylie Elementary and South Pine Academy rank in North Carolina?
Lake Wylie Elementary is 868th of 1,457 and South Pine Academy is 1438th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).