Old Town Elementary vs South Topsail Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 309 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Old Town Elementary
Winston Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
617 students
South Topsail Elementary
Hampstead · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
618 students
| Measure | Old Town Elementary Winston Salem, North Carolina | South Topsail Elementary Hampstead, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1366 of 1,457 | #452 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #48438 of 50,301 | #29846 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 617 | 618 |
| Enrollment | 617 | 618 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 53% |
| city | Winston Salem | Hampstead |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Topsail Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 13.2).
- •South Topsail Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 16%).
- •South Topsail Elementary does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 17%).
- •Old Town Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 16.3).
- •South Topsail Elementary is the larger school with 618 students compared with 617.
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 Old Town Elementary better than South Topsail Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Topsail Elementary ranks higher (43.2 vs 13.2 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 Old Town Elementary and South Topsail Elementary?
About 309 km in a straight line, between Winston Salem and Hampstead in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Old Town Elementary: 617. South Topsail Elementary: 618. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Old Town Elementary and South Topsail Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Old Town Elementary is 1366th of 1,457 and South Topsail Elementary is 452nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).