Laurel Park Elementary vs Salem Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Park Elementary
Apex · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
694 students
Salem Middle
Apex · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,057 students
| Measure | Laurel Park Elementary Apex, North Carolina | Salem Middle Apex, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #130 of 1,457 | #24 of 469 |
| National rank | #10065 of 50,301 | #2429 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 694 | 1,057 |
| Enrollment | 694 | 1,057 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.7% | 19.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 61% |
| city | Apex | Apex |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.6 vs 71.8).
- •Salem Middle does better on math proficiency (61% vs 57%).
- •Salem Middle does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 60%).
- •Laurel Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.7% vs 19.2%).
- •Laurel Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.9).
- •Salem Middle is the larger school with 1,057 students compared with 694.
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 Park Elementary better than Salem Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Salem Middle ranks higher (74.6 vs 71.8 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 Park Elementary and Salem Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Apex and Apex in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Park Elementary: 694. Salem Middle: 1,057. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Park Elementary and Salem Middle rank in North Carolina?
Laurel Park Elementary is 130th of 1,457 and Salem Middle is 24th of 469 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).