Enka Intermediate vs IC Imagine
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Enka Intermediate
Candler · Public middle · Grades 5–6
585 students
IC Imagine
Asheville · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,239 students
| Measure | Enka Intermediate Candler, North Carolina | IC Imagine Asheville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #187 of 469 | – |
| National rank | #10212 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 585 | 1,239 |
| Enrollment | 585 | 1,239 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| city | Candler | Asheville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •IC Imagine does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •IC Imagine does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 48%).
- •IC Imagine does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 15.0).
- •IC Imagine is the larger school with 1,239 students compared with 585.
- •Enka Intermediate is a public school while IC Imagine 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 Enka Intermediate better than IC Imagine?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Enka Intermediate and IC Imagine?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Candler and Asheville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Enka Intermediate: 585. IC Imagine: 1,239. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Enka Intermediate and IC Imagine rank in North Carolina?
Enka Intermediate is 187th of 469 and IC Imagine is unranked among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).