Laurel Park Elementary vs Triangle Math and Science Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.4 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
Triangle Math and Science Academy
Cary · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,904 students
| Measure | Laurel Park Elementary Apex, North Carolina | Triangle Math and Science Academy Cary, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #130 of 1,457 | – |
| National rank | #10065 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 694 | 1,904 |
| Enrollment | 694 | 1,904 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.7% | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 78% |
| city | Apex | Cary |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Triangle Math and Science Academy does better on math proficiency (78% vs 57%).
- •Triangle Math and Science Academy does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 60%).
- •Laurel Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.3).
- •Triangle Math and Science Academy is the larger school with 1,904 students compared with 694.
- •Laurel Park Elementary is a public school while Triangle Math and Science Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Triangle Math and Science Academy?
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 Park Elementary and Triangle Math and Science Academy?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Apex and Cary in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Park Elementary: 694. Triangle Math and Science Academy: 1,904. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Park Elementary and Triangle Math and Science Academy rank in North Carolina?
Laurel Park Elementary is 130th of 1,457 and Triangle Math and Science Academy is unranked among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).