South Johnson Elementary vs Townsend Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 8.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Johnson Elementary
Laurinburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
654 students
Townsend Elementary
Maxton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
280 students
| Measure | South Johnson Elementary Laurinburg, North Carolina | Townsend Elementary Maxton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #916 of 1,457 | #1448 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #40952 of 50,301 | #49907 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 654 | 280 |
| Enrollment | 654 | 280 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 11% |
| Math proficiency | – | 10% |
| city | Laurinburg | Maxton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Johnson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.2 vs 7.9).
- •Townsend Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 99.5%).
- •South Johnson Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 16.5).
- •South Johnson Elementary is the larger school with 654 students compared with 280.
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 Johnson Elementary better than Townsend Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Johnson Elementary ranks higher (26.2 vs 7.9 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 South Johnson Elementary and Townsend Elementary?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Laurinburg and Maxton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Johnson Elementary: 654. Townsend Elementary: 280. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Johnson Elementary and Townsend Elementary rank in North Carolina?
South Johnson Elementary is 916th of 1,457 and Townsend Elementary is 1448th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).