Parkton Elementary vs Swansboro Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 172 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkton Elementary
Parkton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
592 students
Swansboro Elementary
Swansboro · Public elementary · Grades K–5
592 students
| Measure | Parkton Elementary Parkton, North Carolina | Swansboro Elementary Swansboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1445 of 1,457 | #201 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #49798 of 50,301 | #16889 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 592 | 592 |
| Enrollment | 592 | 592 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 38.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 49% |
| city | Parkton | Swansboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Swansboro Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 8.6).
- •Swansboro Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 18%).
- •Swansboro Elementary does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 25%).
- •Swansboro Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.2% vs 99.5%).
- •Swansboro Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 21.1).
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 Parkton Elementary better than Swansboro Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Swansboro Elementary ranks higher (61.9 vs 8.6 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 Parkton Elementary and Swansboro Elementary?
About 172 km in a straight line, between Parkton and Swansboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkton Elementary: 592. Swansboro Elementary: 592. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkton Elementary and Swansboro Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Parkton Elementary is 1445th of 1,457 and Swansboro Elementary is 201st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).