D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy vs Pisgah Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 459 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy
Wilmington · Public elementary · Grades K–8
162 students
Pisgah Elementary
Candler · Public elementary · Grades K–4
162 students
| Measure | D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy Wilmington, North Carolina | Pisgah Elementary Candler, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 6 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1453 of 1,457 | #385 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #50086 of 50,301 | #27781 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 162 | 162 |
| Enrollment | 162 | 162 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.4% | 98.1% |
| Students per teacher | – | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 57% |
| city | Wilmington | Candler |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pisgah Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 6.4).
- •Pisgah Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 12%).
- •Pisgah Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 17%).
- •D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.4% vs 98.1%).
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 D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy better than Pisgah Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pisgah Elementary ranks higher (46.2 vs 6.4 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 D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy and Pisgah Elementary?
About 459 km in a straight line, between Wilmington and Candler in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy: 162. Pisgah Elementary: 162. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy and Pisgah Elementary rank in North Carolina?
D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy is 1453rd of 1,457 and Pisgah Elementary is 385th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).