Cato Middle College High School vs Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 42 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cato Middle College High School
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 11–13
173 students
Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences
Dallas · Public high · Grades 9–12
174 students
| Measure | Cato Middle College High School Charlotte, North Carolina | Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences Dallas, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #90 of 528 | #301 of 528 |
| National rank | #4452 of 16,910 | #11690 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 11–13 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 173 | 174 |
| Enrollment | 173 | 174 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.8% | 54.6% |
| Students per teacher | 34.6 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 87% | – |
| city | Charlotte | Dallas |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cato Middle College High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.3 vs 37.1).
- •Cato Middle College High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.8% vs 54.6%).
- •Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 34.6).
- •Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences is the larger school with 174 students compared with 173.
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 Cato Middle College High School better than Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences?
On the Success Index (US), Cato Middle College High School ranks higher (65.3 vs 37.1 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 Cato Middle College High School and Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences?
About 42 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Dallas in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cato Middle College High School: 173. Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences: 174. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cato Middle College High School and Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences rank in North Carolina?
Cato Middle College High School is 90th of 528 and Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences is 301st of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).