Emma Elementary vs West Buncombe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.4 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
West Buncombe Elementary
Asheville · Public elementary · Grades K–4
580 students
| Measure | Emma Elementary Asheville, North Carolina | West Buncombe Elementary Asheville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #937 of 1,457 | #391 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #41328 of 50,301 | #28002 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 277 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 98.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 59% |
| city | Asheville | Asheville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Buncombe Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.9 vs 25.6).
- •West Buncombe Elementary does better on math proficiency (59% vs 32%).
- •West Buncombe Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 32%).
- •West Buncombe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.1% vs 98.2%).
- •Emma Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.9).
- •West Buncombe Elementary is the larger school with 580 students compared with 277.
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 West Buncombe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Buncombe Elementary ranks higher (45.9 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 West Buncombe Elementary?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Asheville and Asheville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emma Elementary: 277. West Buncombe Elementary: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emma Elementary and West Buncombe Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Emma Elementary is 937th of 1,457 and West Buncombe Elementary is 391st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).