Parkwood High vs Western Union Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 6.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkwood High
Monroe · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,082 students
Western Union Elementary
Waxhaw · Public elementary · Grades K–5
539 students
| Measure | Parkwood High Monroe, North Carolina | Western Union Elementary Waxhaw, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #117 of 528 | #268 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #5682 of 16,910 | #20932 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,082 | 539 |
| Enrollment | 1,082 | 539 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.7% | 40.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 42% |
| city | Monroe | Waxhaw |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkwood High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.5 vs 56.1).
- •Parkwood High does better on math proficiency (63% vs 42%).
- •Parkwood High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •Western Union Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.6% vs 43.7%).
- •Western Union Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.9).
- •Parkwood High is the larger school with 1,082 students compared with 539.
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 Parkwood High better than Western Union Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Parkwood High ranks higher (60.5 vs 56.1 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 Parkwood High and Western Union Elementary?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between Monroe and Waxhaw in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkwood High: 1,082. Western Union Elementary: 539. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkwood High and Western Union Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Parkwood High is 117th of 528 and Western Union Elementary is 268th of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).