Mars Hill Elementary vs Vance Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 351 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mars Hill Elementary
Mars Hill · Public elementary · Grades K–5
445 students
Vance Elementary
Raleigh · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
445 students
| Measure | Mars Hill Elementary Mars Hill, North Carolina | Vance Elementary Raleigh, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #347 of 1,457 | #281 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #26244 of 50,301 | #22188 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 445 | 445 |
| Enrollment | 445 | 445 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 42.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 42% |
| city | Mars Hill | Raleigh |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vance Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 48.4).
- •Mars Hill Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 42%).
- •Mars Hill Elementary does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 49%).
- •Vance Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.9% vs 98.9%).
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 Mars Hill Elementary better than Vance Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Vance Elementary ranks higher (54.3 vs 48.4 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 Mars Hill Elementary and Vance Elementary?
About 351 km in a straight line, between Mars Hill and Raleigh in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mars Hill Elementary: 445. Vance Elementary: 445. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mars Hill Elementary and Vance Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Mars Hill Elementary is 347th of 1,457 and Vance Elementary is 281st of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).