River Dell Elementary vs Thanksgiving Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
River Dell Elementary
Clayton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
981 students
Thanksgiving Elementary
Selma · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
870 students
| Measure | River Dell Elementary Clayton, North Carolina | Thanksgiving Elementary Selma, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #660 of 1,457 | #1396 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #35812 of 50,301 | #48883 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 981 | 870 |
| Enrollment | 981 | 870 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 48% | – |
| city | Clayton | Selma |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Dell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 12.0).
- •Thanksgiving Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 99.7%).
- •River Dell Elementary is the larger school with 981 students compared with 870.
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 River Dell Elementary better than Thanksgiving Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), River Dell Elementary ranks higher (34.2 vs 12.0 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 River Dell Elementary and Thanksgiving Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Clayton and Selma in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
River Dell Elementary: 981. Thanksgiving Elementary: 870. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do River Dell Elementary and Thanksgiving Elementary rank in North Carolina?
River Dell Elementary is 660th of 1,457 and Thanksgiving Elementary is 1396th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).