Newell Elementary vs United Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Newell Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades K–5
554 students
United Community School
Charlotte · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
250 students
| Measure | Newell Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina | United Community School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1081 of 1,457 | #570 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #43667 of 50,301 | #33557 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 554 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 32% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •United Community School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 21.9).
- •Newell Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •United Community School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 20%).
- •United Community School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.5).
- •Newell Elementary is the larger school with 554 students compared with 250.
- •Newell Elementary is a public school while United Community School 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 Newell Elementary better than United Community School?
On the Success Index (US), United Community School ranks higher (37.7 vs 21.9 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 Newell Elementary and United Community School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newell Elementary: 554. United Community School: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newell Elementary and United Community School rank in North Carolina?
Newell Elementary is 1081st of 1,457 and United Community School is 570th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).