Prospect Elementary vs Purnell Swett High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Prospect Elementary
Maxton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
775 students
Purnell Swett High
Pembroke · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,583 students
| Measure | Prospect Elementary Maxton, North Carolina | Purnell Swett High Pembroke, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1146 of 1,457 | #465 of 528 |
| National rank | #44924 of 50,301 | #15376 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 775 | 1,583 |
| Enrollment | 775 | 1,583 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 29% |
| city | Maxton | Pembroke |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.9 vs 19.3).
- •Purnell Swett High does better on math proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Prospect Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Purnell Swett High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 99.6%).
- •Prospect Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 18.4).
- •Purnell Swett High is the larger school with 1,583 students compared with 775.
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 Prospect Elementary better than Purnell Swett High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Prospect Elementary and Purnell Swett High?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Maxton and Pembroke in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Prospect Elementary: 775. Purnell Swett High: 1,583. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Prospect Elementary and Purnell Swett High rank in North Carolina?
Prospect Elementary is 1146th of 1,457 and Purnell Swett High is 465th of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).