FernLeaf vs Koontz Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
FernLeaf
Fletcher · Charter other · Grades K–11
763 students
Koontz Intermediate
Asheville · Public middle · Grades 5–6
725 students
| Measure | FernLeaf Fletcher, North Carolina | Koontz Intermediate Asheville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #205 of 469 |
| National rank | – | #10731 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–11 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 763 | 725 |
| Enrollment | 763 | 725 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 43% |
| city | Fletcher | Asheville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Koontz Intermediate does better on math proficiency (43% vs 27%).
- •FernLeaf does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 49%).
- •FernLeaf does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 18.6).
- •FernLeaf is the larger school with 763 students compared with 725.
- •FernLeaf is a charter school while Koontz Intermediate is a public 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 FernLeaf better than Koontz Intermediate?
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 FernLeaf and Koontz Intermediate?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Fletcher and Asheville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
FernLeaf: 763. Koontz Intermediate: 725. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do FernLeaf and Koontz Intermediate rank in North Carolina?
FernLeaf is unranked and Koontz Intermediate is 205th of 469 among other schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).