Emma Elementary vs Francine Delany New School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emma Elementary
Asheville · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
277 students
Francine Delany New School
Asheville · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
193 students
| Measure | Emma Elementary Asheville, North Carolina | Francine Delany New School Asheville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #937 of 1,457 | #136 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #41328 of 50,301 | #10514 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 277 | 193 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 193 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 62% |
| city | Asheville | Asheville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Francine Delany New School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.1 vs 25.6).
- •Francine Delany New School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Francine Delany New School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Francine Delany New School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.2).
- •Emma Elementary is the larger school with 277 students compared with 193.
- •Emma Elementary is a public school while Francine Delany New 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 Emma Elementary better than Francine Delany New School?
On the Success Index (US), Francine Delany New School ranks higher (71.1 vs 25.6 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 Emma Elementary and Francine Delany New School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Asheville and Asheville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emma Elementary: 277. Francine Delany New School: 193. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emma Elementary and Francine Delany New School rank in North Carolina?
Emma Elementary is 937th of 1,457 and Francine Delany New School is 136th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).