Hornets Nest Elementary vs Pioneer Springs Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hornets Nest Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
601 students
Pioneer Springs Community School
Charlotte · Charter other · Grades K–12
558 students
| Measure | Hornets Nest Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina | Pioneer Springs Community School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1401 of 1,457 | – |
| National rank | #48963 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 601 | 558 |
| Enrollment | 601 | 558 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 32% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pioneer Springs Community School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Pioneer Springs Community School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 21%).
- •Pioneer Springs Community School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 20.0).
- •Hornets Nest Elementary is the larger school with 601 students compared with 558.
- •Hornets Nest Elementary is a public school while Pioneer Springs Community 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 Hornets Nest Elementary better than Pioneer Springs Community School?
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 Hornets Nest Elementary and Pioneer Springs Community School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hornets Nest Elementary: 601. Pioneer Springs Community School: 558. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hornets Nest Elementary and Pioneer Springs Community School rank in North Carolina?
Hornets Nest Elementary is 1401st of 1,457 and Pioneer Springs Community School is unranked among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).