Bethel Middle vs Junaluska Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bethel Middle
Waynesville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
254 students
Junaluska Elementary
Waynesville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
428 students
| Measure | Bethel Middle Waynesville, North Carolina | Junaluska Elementary Waynesville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #144 of 469 | #442 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #9002 of 15,369 | #29527 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 254 | 428 |
| Enrollment | 254 | 428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 55% |
| city | Waynesville | Waynesville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (43.7 vs 43.6).
- •Junaluska Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 42%).
- •Bethel Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 53%).
- •Bethel Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.8% vs 99.3%).
- •Junaluska Elementary is the larger school with 428 students compared with 254.
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 Bethel Middle better than Junaluska Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bethel Middle and Junaluska Elementary?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Waynesville and Waynesville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bethel Middle: 254. Junaluska Elementary: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bethel Middle and Junaluska Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Bethel Middle is 144th of 469 and Junaluska Elementary is 442nd of 1,457 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).