Meadowlark Elementary vs South Fork Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meadowlark Elementary
Winston-Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
827 students
South Fork Elementary
Winston Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
503 students
| Measure | Meadowlark Elementary Winston-Salem, North Carolina | South Fork Elementary Winston Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #192 of 1,457 | #816 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #16049 of 50,301 | #39087 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 827 | 503 |
| Enrollment | 827 | 503 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 38% |
| city | Winston-Salem | Winston Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meadowlark Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 29.2).
- •Meadowlark Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 38%).
- •Meadowlark Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 32%).
- •South Fork Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 99.6%).
- •South Fork Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.0).
- •Meadowlark Elementary is the larger school with 827 students compared with 503.
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 Meadowlark Elementary better than South Fork Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Meadowlark Elementary ranks higher (63.1 vs 29.2 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 Meadowlark Elementary and South Fork Elementary?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Winston-Salem and Winston Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meadowlark Elementary: 827. South Fork Elementary: 503. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meadowlark Elementary and South Fork Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Meadowlark Elementary is 192nd of 1,457 and South Fork Elementary is 816th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).