Jonathan Valley Elementary vs Junaluska Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 6.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jonathan Valley Elementary
Waynesville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
336 students
Junaluska Elementary
Waynesville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
428 students
| Measure | Jonathan Valley Elementary Waynesville, North Carolina | Junaluska Elementary Waynesville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #467 of 1,457 | #442 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #30370 of 50,301 | #29527 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 336 | 428 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 55% |
| city | Waynesville | Waynesville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Junaluska Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 42.4).
- •Junaluska Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •Junaluska Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Jonathan Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.5% vs 99.3%).
- •Jonathan Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.9).
- •Junaluska Elementary is the larger school with 428 students compared with 336.
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 Jonathan Valley Elementary better than Junaluska Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Junaluska Elementary ranks higher (43.6 vs 42.4 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 Jonathan Valley Elementary and Junaluska Elementary?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Waynesville and Waynesville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jonathan Valley Elementary: 336. Junaluska Elementary: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jonathan Valley Elementary and Junaluska Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Jonathan Valley Elementary is 467th of 1,457 and Junaluska Elementary is 442nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).