McDeeds Creek Elementary vs Pinecrest High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 6.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McDeeds Creek Elementary
Southern Pines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
707 students
Pinecrest High
Southern Pines · Public high · Grades 9–13
2,290 students
| Measure | McDeeds Creek Elementary Southern Pines, North Carolina | Pinecrest High Southern Pines, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #195 of 1,457 | #137 of 528 |
| National rank | #16324 of 50,301 | #6242 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 707 | 2,290 |
| Enrollment | 707 | 2,290 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.1% | 34.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 27.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 59% |
| Math proficiency | – | 57% |
| city | Southern Pines | Southern Pines |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDeeds Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.7 vs 58.3).
- •McDeeds Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.1% vs 34.9%).
- •McDeeds Creek Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 27.9).
- •Pinecrest High is the larger school with 2,290 students compared with 707.
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 McDeeds Creek Elementary better than Pinecrest High?
On the Success Index (US), McDeeds Creek Elementary ranks higher (62.7 vs 58.3 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 McDeeds Creek Elementary and Pinecrest High?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Southern Pines and Southern Pines in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDeeds Creek Elementary: 707. Pinecrest High: 2,290. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDeeds Creek Elementary and Pinecrest High rank in North Carolina?
McDeeds Creek Elementary is 195th of 1,457 and Pinecrest High is 137th of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).