Marvin Elementary vs Sandy Ridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marvin Elementary
Marvin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
666 students
Sandy Ridge Elementary
Waxhaw · Public elementary · Grades K–5
528 students
| Measure | Marvin Elementary Marvin, North Carolina | Sandy Ridge Elementary Waxhaw, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #4 of 1,457 | #12 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #989 of 50,301 | #1836 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 666 | 528 |
| Enrollment | 666 | 528 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 4.4% | 7.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 80% |
| city | Marvin | Waxhaw |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marvin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.1 vs 86.5).
- •Marvin Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 80%).
- •Marvin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 78%).
- •Marvin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.4% vs 7.2%).
- •Marvin Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.5).
- •Marvin Elementary is the larger school with 666 students compared with 528.
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 Marvin Elementary better than Sandy Ridge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Marvin Elementary ranks higher (89.1 vs 86.5 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 Marvin Elementary and Sandy Ridge Elementary?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Marvin and Waxhaw in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marvin Elementary: 666. Sandy Ridge Elementary: 528. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marvin Elementary and Sandy Ridge Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Marvin Elementary is 4th of 1,457 and Sandy Ridge Elementary is 12th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).