North Newton Elementary vs Shuford Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Newton Elementary
Newton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
388 students
Shuford Elementary
Conover · Public elementary · Grades K–5
402 students
| Measure | North Newton Elementary Newton, North Carolina | Shuford Elementary Conover, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1215 of 1,457 | #337 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #46138 of 50,301 | #25656 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 388 | 402 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 402 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 96.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 62% |
| city | Newton | Conover |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shuford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 17.9).
- •Shuford Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 20%).
- •Shuford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 31%).
- •Shuford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.3% vs 99.2%).
- •North Newton Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.5).
- •Shuford Elementary is the larger school with 402 students compared with 388.
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 Newton Elementary better than Shuford Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Shuford Elementary ranks higher (49.3 vs 17.9 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 North Newton Elementary and Shuford Elementary?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Newton and Conover in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Newton Elementary: 388. Shuford Elementary: 402. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Newton Elementary and Shuford Elementary rank in North Carolina?
North Newton Elementary is 1215th of 1,457 and Shuford Elementary is 337th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).