Columbia High vs Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 452 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia High
Columbia · Public high · Grades 9–13
176 students
Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences
Dallas · Public high · Grades 9–12
174 students
| Measure | Columbia High Columbia, North Carolina | Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences Dallas, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #430 of 528 | #301 of 528 |
| National rank | #14416 of 16,910 | #11690 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 176 | 174 |
| Enrollment | 176 | 174 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 54.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34.5% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | – |
| city | Columbia | Dallas |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.1 vs 24.8).
- •Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.6% vs 98.3%).
- •Columbia High does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 24.9).
- •Columbia High is the larger school with 176 students compared with 174.
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 Columbia High better than Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences?
On the Success Index (US), Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences ranks higher (37.1 vs 24.8 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 Columbia High and Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences?
About 452 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Dallas in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia High: 176. Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences: 174. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia High and Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences rank in North Carolina?
Columbia High is 430th 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).