Avery County High vs Penn-Griffin Schools
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 173 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
Penn-Griffin Schools
High Point · Public high · Grades 6–12
539 students
| Measure | Avery County High Newland, North Carolina | Penn-Griffin Schools High Point, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #387 of 528 | #353 of 528 |
| National rank | #13541 of 16,910 | #12847 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 542 | 539 |
| Enrollment | 542 | 539 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 98.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 30% |
| city | Newland | High Point |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penn-Griffin Schools scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 29.0).
- •Avery County High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Avery County High does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Penn-Griffin Schools does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.7% vs 99.3%).
- •Penn-Griffin Schools does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 20.8).
- •Avery County High is the larger school with 542 students compared with 539.
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 Penn-Griffin Schools?
On the Success Index (US), Penn-Griffin Schools ranks higher (32.2 vs 29.0 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 Avery County High and Penn-Griffin Schools?
About 173 km in a straight line, between Newland and High Point in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avery County High: 542. Penn-Griffin Schools: 539. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avery County High and Penn-Griffin Schools rank in North Carolina?
Avery County High is 387th of 528 and Penn-Griffin Schools is 353rd of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).