Parkwood Middle vs Western Union Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 6.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkwood Middle
Monroe · Public middle · Grades 6–8
879 students
Western Union Elementary
Waxhaw · Public elementary · Grades K–5
539 students
| Measure | Parkwood Middle Monroe, North Carolina | Western Union Elementary Waxhaw, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #109 of 469 | #268 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #7684 of 15,369 | #20932 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 879 | 539 |
| Enrollment | 879 | 539 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.2% | 40.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 42% |
| city | Monroe | Waxhaw |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Western Union Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.1 vs 49.8).
- •Parkwood Middle does better on math proficiency (46% vs 42%).
- •Western Union Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 50%).
- •Western Union Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.6% vs 47.2%).
- •Western Union Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 20.4).
- •Parkwood Middle is the larger school with 879 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 Middle better than Western Union Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Western Union Elementary ranks higher (56.1 vs 49.8 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 Middle and Western Union Elementary?
About 6.2 km in a straight line, between Monroe and Waxhaw in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkwood Middle: 879. Western Union Elementary: 539. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkwood Middle and Western Union Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Parkwood Middle is 109th of 469 and Western Union Elementary is 268th of 1,457 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).