Ashe County High vs John M Morehead High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 156 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashe County High
West Jefferson · Public high · Grades 9–12
767 students
John M Morehead High
Eden · Public high · Grades 9–12
771 students
| Measure | Ashe County High West Jefferson, North Carolina | John M Morehead High Eden, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #308 of 528 | #501 of 528 |
| National rank | #11879 of 16,910 | #16020 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 767 | 771 |
| Enrollment | 767 | 771 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 22% |
| city | West Jefferson | Eden |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ashe County High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.3 vs 15.2).
- •Ashe County High does better on math proficiency (50% vs 22%).
- •Ashe County High does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 32%).
- •Ashe County High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.1% vs 99.6%).
- •Ashe County High does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 20.3).
- •John M Morehead High is the larger school with 771 students compared with 767.
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 High better than John M Morehead High?
On the Success Index (US), Ashe County High ranks higher (36.3 vs 15.2 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 High and John M Morehead High?
About 156 km in a straight line, between West Jefferson and Eden in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ashe County High: 767. John M Morehead High: 771. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ashe County High and John M Morehead High rank in North Carolina?
Ashe County High is 308th of 528 and John M Morehead High is 501st of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).