Central Carolina Academy vs Southern Wake Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 37 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Carolina Academy
Sanford · Charter high · Grades 6–12
536 students
Southern Wake Academy
Holly Springs · Charter high · Grades 6–12
534 students
| Measure | Central Carolina Academy Sanford, North Carolina | Southern Wake Academy Holly Springs, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #68 of 528 | #230 of 528 |
| National rank | #3493 of 16,910 | #9418 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 536 | 534 |
| Enrollment | 536 | 534 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 50% |
| Math proficiency | – | 37% |
| city | Sanford | Holly Springs |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Carolina Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.2 vs 46.2).
- •Southern Wake Academy does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.8).
- •Central Carolina Academy is the larger school with 536 students compared with 534.
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 Central Carolina Academy better than Southern Wake Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Central Carolina Academy ranks higher (69.2 vs 46.2 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 Central Carolina Academy and Southern Wake Academy?
About 37 km in a straight line, between Sanford and Holly Springs in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Carolina Academy: 536. Southern Wake Academy: 534. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Carolina Academy and Southern Wake Academy rank in North Carolina?
Central Carolina Academy is 68th of 528 and Southern Wake Academy is 230th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).