Anson Co. Early College High vs Rutherford Early College High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 159 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anson Co. Early College High
Polkton · Public high · Grades 9–13
210 students
Rutherford Early College High School
Spindale · Public high · Grades 9–13
208 students
| Measure | Anson Co. Early College High Polkton, North Carolina | Rutherford Early College High School Spindale, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #320 of 528 | #149 of 528 |
| National rank | #12186 of 16,910 | #6507 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 210 | 208 |
| Enrollment | 210 | 208 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.6% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.3 | 69.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 84.5% |
| Math proficiency | 54.5% | 74.5% |
| city | Polkton | Spindale |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rutherford Early College High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.3 vs 35.0).
- •Rutherford Early College High School does better on math proficiency (74.5% vs 54.5%).
- •Rutherford Early College High School does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 42%).
- •Anson Co. Early College High does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 69.3).
- •Anson Co. Early College High is the larger school with 210 students compared with 208.
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 Anson Co. Early College High better than Rutherford Early College High School?
On the Success Index (US), Rutherford Early College High School ranks higher (57.3 vs 35.0 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 Anson Co. Early College High and Rutherford Early College High School?
About 159 km in a straight line, between Polkton and Spindale in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anson Co. Early College High: 210. Rutherford Early College High School: 208. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anson Co. Early College High and Rutherford Early College High School rank in North Carolina?
Anson Co. Early College High is 320th of 528 and Rutherford Early College High School is 149th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).