Laurel Mill Elementary vs Silk Hope School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 117 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Mill Elementary
Louisburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
281 students
Silk Hope School
Siler City · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
281 students
| Measure | Laurel Mill Elementary Louisburg, North Carolina | Silk Hope School Siler City, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #832 of 1,457 | #379 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #39590 of 50,301 | #27422 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 281 | 281 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 281 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 54% |
| city | Louisburg | Siler City |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Silk Hope School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 28.4).
- •Silk Hope School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 32%).
- •Silk Hope School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Laurel Mill Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 13.4).
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 Laurel Mill Elementary better than Silk Hope School?
On the Success Index (US), Silk Hope School ranks higher (46.7 vs 28.4 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 Laurel Mill Elementary and Silk Hope School?
About 117 km in a straight line, between Louisburg and Siler City in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Mill Elementary: 281. Silk Hope School: 281. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Mill Elementary and Silk Hope School rank in North Carolina?
Laurel Mill Elementary is 832nd of 1,457 and Silk Hope School is 379th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).