Prospect Elementary vs South Lakes Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 104 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
South Lakes Elementary
Fuquay-Varina · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
774 students
| Measure | Prospect Elementary Maxton, North Carolina | South Lakes Elementary Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1146 of 1,457 | #141 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #44924 of 50,301 | #11123 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 775 | 774 |
| Enrollment | 775 | 774 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 25.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Maxton | Fuquay-Varina |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Lakes Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.3 vs 19.9).
- •South Lakes Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.5% vs 99.6%).
- •Prospect Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.2).
- •Prospect Elementary is the larger school with 775 students compared with 774.
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 South Lakes Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Lakes Elementary ranks higher (70.3 vs 19.9 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 Prospect Elementary and South Lakes Elementary?
About 104 km in a straight line, between Maxton and Fuquay-Varina in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Prospect Elementary: 775. South Lakes Elementary: 774. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Prospect Elementary and South Lakes Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Prospect Elementary is 1146th of 1,457 and South Lakes Elementary is 141st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).