Central Piedmont Early College vs North Stokes High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 147 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Piedmont Early College
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 9–13
278 students
North Stokes High School
Danbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
280 students
| Measure | Central Piedmont Early College Charlotte, North Carolina | North Stokes High School Danbury, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #396 of 528 | #185 of 528 |
| National rank | #13671 of 16,910 | #7700 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 278 | 280 |
| Enrollment | 278 | 280 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | 52.5% |
| Students per teacher | 27.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 42% |
| city | Charlotte | Danbury |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Stokes High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.6 vs 28.4).
- •North Stokes High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 30%).
- •North Stokes High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 15%).
- •Central Piedmont Early College does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.4% vs 52.5%).
- •North Stokes High School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 27.8).
- •North Stokes High School is the larger school with 280 students compared with 278.
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 Piedmont Early College better than North Stokes High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Stokes High School ranks higher (52.6 vs 28.4 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 Piedmont Early College and North Stokes High School?
About 147 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Danbury in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Piedmont Early College: 278. North Stokes High School: 280. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Piedmont Early College and North Stokes High School rank in North Carolina?
Central Piedmont Early College is 396th of 528 and North Stokes High School is 185th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).