Avery County High vs Marjorie Williams Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avery County High
Newland · Public high · Grades 9–12
542 students
Marjorie Williams Academy
Newland · Charter other · Grades K–12
130 students
| Measure | Avery County High Newland, North Carolina | Marjorie Williams Academy Newland, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #387 of 528 | – |
| National rank | #13541 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 542 | 130 |
| Enrollment | 542 | 130 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 96.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 6.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Newland | Newland |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Avery County High does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 22%).
- •Marjorie Williams Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.9% vs 99.3%).
- •Marjorie Williams Academy does better on students per teacher (6.8 vs 20.8).
- •Avery County High is the larger school with 542 students compared with 130.
- •Avery County High is a public school while Marjorie Williams Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Avery County High better than Marjorie Williams Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Avery County High and Marjorie Williams Academy?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Newland and Newland in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avery County High: 542. Marjorie Williams Academy: 130. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avery County High and Marjorie Williams Academy rank in North Carolina?
Avery County High is 387th of 528 and Marjorie Williams Academy is unranked among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).