Bell Elementary vs J S Waters School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 286 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bell Elementary
Asheville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
224 students
J S Waters School
Goldston · Public elementary · Grades K–8
222 students
| Measure | Bell Elementary Asheville, North Carolina | J S Waters School Goldston, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #602 of 1,457 | #453 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #34294 of 50,301 | #29962 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 224 | 222 |
| Enrollment | 224 | 222 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| city | Asheville | Goldston |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J S Waters School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 36.5).
- •J S Waters School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •J S Waters School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Bell Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96% vs 98.6%).
- •Bell Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.1).
- •Bell Elementary is the larger school with 224 students compared with 222.
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 Bell Elementary better than J S Waters School?
On the Success Index (US), J S Waters School ranks higher (43.0 vs 36.5 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 Bell Elementary and J S Waters School?
About 286 km in a straight line, between Asheville and Goldston in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bell Elementary: 224. J S Waters School: 222. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bell Elementary and J S Waters School rank in North Carolina?
Bell Elementary is 602nd of 1,457 and J S Waters School is 453rd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).