Nations Ford Elementary vs Steele Creek Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nations Ford Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
610 students
Steele Creek Preparatory Academy
Charlotte · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
335 students
| Measure | Nations Ford Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina | Steele Creek Preparatory Academy Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1297 of 1,457 | #1409 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #47448 of 50,301 | #49135 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 610 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 610 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 89.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 41.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | – |
| Math proficiency | 33% | – |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nations Ford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.4 vs 11.2).
- •Steele Creek Preparatory Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 99.5%).
- •Nations Ford Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 41.9).
- •Nations Ford Elementary is the larger school with 610 students compared with 335.
- •Nations Ford Elementary is a public school while Steele Creek Preparatory Academy is a charter 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 Nations Ford Elementary better than Steele Creek Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Nations Ford Elementary ranks higher (15.4 vs 11.2 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 Nations Ford Elementary and Steele Creek Preparatory Academy?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nations Ford Elementary: 610. Steele Creek Preparatory Academy: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nations Ford Elementary and Steele Creek Preparatory Academy rank in North Carolina?
Nations Ford Elementary is 1297th of 1,457 and Steele Creek Preparatory Academy is 1409th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).