Laurel Mill Elementary vs Southmont Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 198 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
Southmont Elementary
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
281 students
| Measure | Laurel Mill Elementary Louisburg, North Carolina | Southmont Elementary Lexington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #832 of 1,457 | #847 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #39590 of 50,301 | #39833 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 281 | 281 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 281 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 35% |
| city | Louisburg | Lexington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.4 vs 28.0).
- •Southmont Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Southmont Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 37%).
- •Laurel Mill Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.8).
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 Southmont Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Laurel Mill Elementary and Southmont Elementary?
About 198 km in a straight line, between Louisburg and Lexington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Mill Elementary: 281. Southmont Elementary: 281. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Mill Elementary and Southmont Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Laurel Mill Elementary is 832nd of 1,457 and Southmont Elementary is 847th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).