Edwin A Anderson Elementary vs Island Montessori Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edwin A Anderson Elementary
Wilmington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
514 students
Island Montessori Charter School
Wilmington · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
220 students
| Measure | Edwin A Anderson Elementary Wilmington, North Carolina | Island Montessori Charter School Wilmington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #226 of 1,457 | #251 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #19050 of 50,301 | #20273 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 514 | 220 |
| Enrollment | 514 | 220 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.7% | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 42% |
| city | Wilmington | Wilmington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edwin A Anderson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.7 vs 57.0).
- •Edwin A Anderson Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •Island Montessori Charter School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Island Montessori Charter School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.5).
- •Edwin A Anderson Elementary is the larger school with 514 students compared with 220.
- •Edwin A Anderson Elementary is a public school while Island Montessori Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Edwin A Anderson Elementary better than Island Montessori Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), Edwin A Anderson Elementary ranks higher (58.7 vs 57.0 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 Edwin A Anderson Elementary and Island Montessori Charter School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Wilmington and Wilmington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edwin A Anderson Elementary: 514. Island Montessori Charter School: 220. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edwin A Anderson Elementary and Island Montessori Charter School rank in North Carolina?
Edwin A Anderson Elementary is 226th of 1,457 and Island Montessori Charter School is 251st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).