A L Brown High vs South Central
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 289 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A L Brown High
Kannapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,753 students
South Central
Winterville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,738 students
| Measure | A L Brown High Kannapolis, North Carolina | South Central Winterville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #495 of 528 | #390 of 528 |
| National rank | #15903 of 16,910 | #13563 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,753 | 1,738 |
| Enrollment | 1,753 | 1,738 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.8% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 40% |
| city | Kannapolis | Winterville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Central scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.0 vs 16.1).
- •South Central does better on math proficiency (40% vs 23%).
- •South Central does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •South Central does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 18.8).
- •A L Brown High is the larger school with 1,753 students compared with 1,738.
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 A L Brown High better than South Central?
On the Success Index (US), South Central ranks higher (29.0 vs 16.1 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 A L Brown High and South Central?
About 289 km in a straight line, between Kannapolis and Winterville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A L Brown High: 1,753. South Central: 1,738. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A L Brown High and South Central rank in North Carolina?
A L Brown High is 495th of 528 and South Central is 390th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).