Mt Ulla Elementary vs Southmont Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 40 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mt Ulla Elementary
Mount Ulla · Public elementary · Grades K–5
281 students
Southmont Elementary
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
281 students
| Measure | Mt Ulla Elementary Mount Ulla, North Carolina | Southmont Elementary Lexington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #696 of 1,457 | #847 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #36678 of 50,301 | #39833 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 281 | 281 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 281 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 35% |
| city | Mount Ulla | Lexington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mt Ulla Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.9 vs 28.0).
- •Mt Ulla Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Mt Ulla Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Southmont Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.5).
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 Mt Ulla Elementary better than Southmont Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mt Ulla Elementary ranks higher (32.9 vs 28.0 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 Mt Ulla Elementary and Southmont Elementary?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Mount Ulla and Lexington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mt Ulla Elementary: 281. Southmont Elementary: 281. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mt Ulla Elementary and Southmont Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Mt Ulla Elementary is 696th of 1,457 and Southmont Elementary is 847th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).