Mallard Creek STEM Academy vs Parkside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mallard Creek STEM Academy
Charlotte · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
961 students
Parkside Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
437 students
| Measure | Mallard Creek STEM Academy Charlotte, North Carolina | Parkside Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #597 of 1,457 | #528 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #34199 of 50,301 | #32425 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 961 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 961 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.1% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 52% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.3 vs 36.7).
- •Parkside Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 38%).
- •Parkside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Mallard Creek STEM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.1% vs 99.3%).
- •Mallard Creek STEM Academy does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 16.2).
- •Mallard Creek STEM Academy is the larger school with 961 students compared with 437.
- •Mallard Creek STEM Academy is a charter school while Parkside Elementary is a public 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 Mallard Creek STEM Academy better than Parkside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Parkside Elementary ranks higher (39.3 vs 36.7 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 Mallard Creek STEM Academy and Parkside Elementary?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mallard Creek STEM Academy: 961. Parkside Elementary: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mallard Creek STEM Academy and Parkside Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Mallard Creek STEM Academy is 597th of 1,457 and Parkside Elementary is 528th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).