B. Everett Jordan Elementary vs Swain County East Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 371 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
B. Everett Jordan Elementary
Graham · Public elementary · Grades K–5
338 students
Swain County East Elementary
Bryson City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
338 students
| Measure | B. Everett Jordan Elementary Graham, North Carolina | Swain County East Elementary Bryson City, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1177 of 1,457 | #813 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #45427 of 50,301 | #39030 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 338 | 338 |
| Enrollment | 338 | 338 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | Graham | Bryson City |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Swain County East Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.3 vs 19.0).
- •Swain County East Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Swain County East Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •B. Everett Jordan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.5% vs 99.1%).
- •B. Everett Jordan Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.9).
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 B. Everett Jordan Elementary better than Swain County East Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Swain County East Elementary ranks higher (29.3 vs 19.0 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 B. Everett Jordan Elementary and Swain County East Elementary?
About 371 km in a straight line, between Graham and Bryson City in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
B. Everett Jordan Elementary: 338. Swain County East Elementary: 338. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do B. Everett Jordan Elementary and Swain County East Elementary rank in North Carolina?
B. Everett Jordan Elementary is 1177th of 1,457 and Swain County East Elementary is 813th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).