Alexander Central High vs White Oak High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 371 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Central High
Taylorsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,254 students
White Oak High
Jacksonville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,252 students
| Measure | Alexander Central High Taylorsville, North Carolina | White Oak High Jacksonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #333 of 528 | #241 of 528 |
| National rank | #12427 of 16,910 | #9997 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,254 | 1,252 |
| Enrollment | 1,254 | 1,252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.8% | 48.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 44% |
| city | Taylorsville | Jacksonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •White Oak High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.9 vs 34.0).
- •Alexander Central High does better on math proficiency (48% vs 44%).
- •White Oak High does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 39%).
- •White Oak High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 99.8%).
- •Alexander Central High does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 19.6).
- •Alexander Central High is the larger school with 1,254 students compared with 1,252.
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 Alexander Central High better than White Oak High?
On the Success Index (US), White Oak High ranks higher (43.9 vs 34.0 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 Alexander Central High and White Oak High?
About 371 km in a straight line, between Taylorsville and Jacksonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Central High: 1,254. White Oak High: 1,252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Central High and White Oak High rank in North Carolina?
Alexander Central High is 333rd of 528 and White Oak High is 241st of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).