Black Mountain Elementary vs Pisgah Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 40 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
Pisgah Elementary
Candler · Public elementary · Grades K–4
162 students
| Measure | Black Mountain Elementary Black Mountain, North Carolina | Pisgah Elementary Candler, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #596 of 1,457 | #385 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #34153 of 50,301 | #27781 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 163 | 162 |
| Enrollment | 163 | 162 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.9% | 98.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 57% |
| city | Black Mountain | Candler |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pisgah Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 36.7).
- •Pisgah Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 41%).
- •Black Mountain Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Black Mountain Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.9% vs 98.1%).
- •Pisgah Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.6 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 Pisgah Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pisgah Elementary ranks higher (46.2 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 Pisgah Elementary?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Black Mountain and Candler in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black Mountain Elementary: 163. Pisgah Elementary: 162. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black Mountain Elementary and Pisgah Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Black Mountain Elementary is 596th of 1,457 and Pisgah Elementary is 385th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).