Black Mountain Elementary vs Pinnacle Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 186 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Black Mountain Elementary
Black Mountain · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
163 students
Pinnacle Elementary School
Pinnacle · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
162 students
| Measure | Black Mountain Elementary Black Mountain, North Carolina | Pinnacle Elementary School Pinnacle, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #596 of 1,457 | #362 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #34153 of 50,301 | #26757 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 163 | 162 |
| Enrollment | 163 | 162 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.9% | 98.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 52% |
| city | Black Mountain | Pinnacle |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pinnacle Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.6 vs 36.7).
- •Pinnacle Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 41%).
- •Pinnacle Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Black Mountain Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.9% vs 98.1%).
- •Pinnacle Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 16.3).
- •Black Mountain Elementary is the larger school with 163 students compared with 162.
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 Black Mountain Elementary better than Pinnacle Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pinnacle Elementary School ranks higher (47.6 vs 36.7 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 Black Mountain Elementary and Pinnacle Elementary School?
About 186 km in a straight line, between Black Mountain and Pinnacle in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black Mountain Elementary: 163. Pinnacle Elementary School: 162. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black Mountain Elementary and Pinnacle Elementary School rank in North Carolina?
Black Mountain Elementary is 596th of 1,457 and Pinnacle Elementary School is 362nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).