Columbia High vs Merancas Middle College-CPCC
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 419 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
Merancas Middle College-CPCC
Huntersville · Public high · Grades 11–13
176 students
| Measure | Columbia High Columbia, North Carolina | Merancas Middle College-CPCC Huntersville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #430 of 528 | #50 of 528 |
| National rank | #14416 of 16,910 | #2766 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 11–13 |
| Students | 176 | 176 |
| Enrollment | 176 | 176 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 32.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 35.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 34.5% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 84.5% |
| city | Columbia | Huntersville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merancas Middle College-CPCC scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.2 vs 24.8).
- •Merancas Middle College-CPCC does better on math proficiency (84.5% vs 24.5%).
- •Merancas Middle College-CPCC does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.4% vs 98.3%).
- •Columbia High does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 35.2).
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 Merancas Middle College-CPCC?
On the Success Index (US), Merancas Middle College-CPCC ranks higher (72.2 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 Merancas Middle College-CPCC?
About 419 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Huntersville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia High: 176. Merancas Middle College-CPCC: 176. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia High and Merancas Middle College-CPCC rank in North Carolina?
Columbia High is 430th of 528 and Merancas Middle College-CPCC is 50th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).