Junaluska Elementary vs Shining Rock Classical Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Junaluska Elementary
Waynesville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
428 students
Shining Rock Classical Academy
Waynesville · Charter other · Grades K–12
616 students
| Measure | Junaluska Elementary Waynesville, North Carolina | Shining Rock Classical Academy Waynesville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #442 of 1,457 | – |
| National rank | #29527 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 428 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 428 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 38% |
| city | Waynesville | Waynesville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Junaluska Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 38%).
- •Junaluska Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 50%).
- •Shining Rock Classical Academy does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 15.9).
- •Shining Rock Classical Academy is the larger school with 616 students compared with 428.
- •Junaluska Elementary is a public school while Shining Rock Classical Academy 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 Junaluska Elementary better than Shining Rock Classical Academy?
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 Junaluska Elementary and Shining Rock Classical Academy?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Waynesville and Waynesville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Junaluska Elementary: 428. Shining Rock Classical Academy: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Junaluska Elementary and Shining Rock Classical Academy rank in North Carolina?
Junaluska Elementary is 442nd of 1,457 and Shining Rock Classical Academy is unranked among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).