North Elementary vs Star Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 142 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Elementary
Kings Mountain · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
272 students
Star Elementary
Star · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
272 students
| Measure | North Elementary Kings Mountain, North Carolina | Star Elementary Star, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #677 of 1,457 | #948 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #36201 of 50,301 | #41545 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 272 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 272 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 27% |
| city | Kings Mountain | Star |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.6 vs 25.3).
- •North Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Star Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •North Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 15.1).
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 North Elementary better than Star Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Elementary ranks higher (33.6 vs 25.3 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 North Elementary and Star Elementary?
About 142 km in a straight line, between Kings Mountain and Star in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Elementary: 272. Star Elementary: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Elementary and Star Elementary rank in North Carolina?
North Elementary is 677th of 1,457 and Star Elementary is 948th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).