Ashe County Early College High vs Ashe County High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 325 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashe County Early College High
West Jefferson · Public high · Grades 9–13
143 students
Ashe County High
West Jefferson · Public high · Grades 9–12
767 students
| Measure | Ashe County Early College High West Jefferson, North Carolina | Ashe County High West Jefferson, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #207 of 528 | #308 of 528 |
| National rank | #8704 of 16,910 | #11879 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 143 | 767 |
| Enrollment | 143 | 767 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 71.5 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | – | 50% |
| city | West Jefferson | West Jefferson |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ashe County Early College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.7 vs 36.3).
- •Ashe County Early College High does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 48%).
- •Ashe County Early College High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.9% vs 99.1%).
- •Ashe County High does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 71.5).
- •Ashe County High is the larger school with 767 students compared with 143.
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 Ashe County Early College High better than Ashe County High?
On the Success Index (US), Ashe County Early College High ranks higher (48.7 vs 36.3 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 Ashe County Early College High and Ashe County High?
About 325 m in a straight line, between West Jefferson and West Jefferson in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ashe County Early College High: 143. Ashe County High: 767. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ashe County Early College High and Ashe County High rank in North Carolina?
Ashe County Early College High is 207th of 528 and Ashe County High is 308th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).