Chase High School vs Polk County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 31 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chase High School
Forest City · Public high · Grades 9–12
596 students
Polk County High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
596 students
| Measure | Chase High School Forest City, North Carolina | Polk County High School Columbus, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #411 of 528 | #264 of 528 |
| National rank | #14031 of 16,910 | #10448 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 596 | 596 |
| Enrollment | 596 | 596 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 62% |
| city | Forest City | Columbus |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Polk County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.1 vs 26.7).
- •Polk County High School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Polk County High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Chase High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.7% vs 99.5%).
- •Polk County High School does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 21.3).
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 Chase High School better than Polk County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Polk County High School ranks higher (42.1 vs 26.7 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 Chase High School and Polk County High School?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Forest City and Columbus in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chase High School: 596. Polk County High School: 596. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chase High School and Polk County High School rank in North Carolina?
Chase High School is 411th of 528 and Polk County High School is 264th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).