Alexander Early College vs Cato Middle College High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 83 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Early College
Taylorsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
172 students
Cato Middle College High School
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 11–13
173 students
| Measure | Alexander Early College Taylorsville, North Carolina | Cato Middle College High School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #125 of 528 | #90 of 528 |
| National rank | #5938 of 16,910 | #4452 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 11–13 |
| Students | 172 | 173 |
| Enrollment | 172 | 173 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 46.8% |
| Students per teacher | 28.7 | 34.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | – |
| Math proficiency | 84.5% | 87% |
| city | Taylorsville | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cato Middle College High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.3 vs 59.4).
- •Cato Middle College High School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 84.5%).
- •Cato Middle College High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.8% vs 98.3%).
- •Alexander Early College does better on students per teacher (28.7 vs 34.6).
- •Cato Middle College High School is the larger school with 173 students compared with 172.
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 Early College better than Cato Middle College High School?
On the Success Index (US), Cato Middle College High School ranks higher (65.3 vs 59.4 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 Alexander Early College and Cato Middle College High School?
About 83 km in a straight line, between Taylorsville and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Early College: 172. Cato Middle College High School: 173. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Early College and Cato Middle College High School rank in North Carolina?
Alexander Early College is 125th of 528 and Cato Middle College High School is 90th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).