Mitchell Elementary School vs Prospect Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 184 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mitchell Elementary School
Bakersville · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
373 students
Prospect Elementary
Monroe · Public elementary · Grades K–5
373 students
| Measure | Mitchell Elementary School Bakersville, North Carolina | Prospect Elementary Monroe, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1115 of 1,457 | #772 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #44364 of 50,301 | #38279 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 373 | 373 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 373 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.4% | 98.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 41% |
| Math proficiency | – | 33% |
| city | Bakersville | Monroe |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prospect Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.4 vs 20.8).
- •Mitchell Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.4% vs 98.7%).
- •Prospect Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.5).
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 Mitchell Elementary School better than Prospect Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Prospect Elementary ranks higher (30.4 vs 20.8 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 Mitchell Elementary School and Prospect Elementary?
About 184 km in a straight line, between Bakersville and Monroe in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mitchell Elementary School: 373. Prospect Elementary: 373. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mitchell Elementary School and Prospect Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Mitchell Elementary School is 1115th of 1,457 and Prospect Elementary is 772nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).