Burns High vs Fred T Foard High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burns High
Lawndale · Public high · Grades 9–12
928 students
Fred T Foard High
Newton · Public high · Grades 9–12
930 students
| Measure | Burns High Lawndale, North Carolina | Fred T Foard High Newton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #391 of 528 | #206 of 528 |
| National rank | #13595 of 16,910 | #8594 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 928 | 930 |
| Enrollment | 928 | 930 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 46.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 51% |
| city | Lawndale | Newton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fred T Foard High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.2 vs 28.8).
- •Fred T Foard High does better on math proficiency (51% vs 33%).
- •Fred T Foard High does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Fred T Foard High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 99.5%).
- •Burns High does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 22.1).
- •Fred T Foard High is the larger school with 930 students compared with 928.
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 Burns High better than Fred T Foard High?
On the Success Index (US), Fred T Foard High ranks higher (49.2 vs 28.8 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 Burns High and Fred T Foard High?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Lawndale and Newton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burns High: 928. Fred T Foard High: 930. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burns High and Fred T Foard High rank in North Carolina?
Burns High is 391st of 528 and Fred T Foard High is 206th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).