South Elementary vs Union Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 247 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Elementary
Mooresville · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
466 students
Union Elementary
Clinton · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
466 students
| Measure | South Elementary Mooresville, North Carolina | Union Elementary Clinton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #242 of 1,457 | #433 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #19822 of 50,301 | #29167 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 466 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.3% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| city | Mooresville | Clinton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.7 vs 44.2).
- •South Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •South Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •South Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.3% vs 99.4%).
- •Union Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.3).
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 South Elementary better than Union Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Elementary ranks higher (57.7 vs 44.2 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 South Elementary and Union Elementary?
About 247 km in a straight line, between Mooresville and Clinton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Elementary: 466. Union Elementary: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Elementary and Union Elementary rank in North Carolina?
South Elementary is 242nd of 1,457 and Union Elementary is 433rd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).