Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy vs Pender Early College High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 355 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy
Hudson · Public high · Grades 9–12
218 students
Pender Early College High
Burgaw · Public high · Grades 9–13
215 students
| Measure | Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy Hudson, North Carolina | Pender Early College High Burgaw, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #52 of 528 | #115 of 528 |
| National rank | #2777 of 16,910 | #5567 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 218 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 218 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.9% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 53.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 74.5% | 95% |
| Math proficiency | 74.5% | 84.5% |
| city | Hudson | Burgaw |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.1 vs 61.0).
- •Pender Early College High does better on math proficiency (84.5% vs 74.5%).
- •Pender Early College High does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 74.5%).
- •Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.9% vs 98.6%).
- •Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 53.8).
- •Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy is the larger school with 218 students compared with 215.
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 Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy better than Pender Early College High?
On the Success Index (US), Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy ranks higher (72.1 vs 61.0 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 Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy and Pender Early College High?
About 355 km in a straight line, between Hudson and Burgaw in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy: 218. Pender Early College High: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy and Pender Early College High rank in North Carolina?
Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy is 52nd of 528 and Pender Early College High is 115th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).