Columbia High vs Washington Early College High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 15 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
Washington Early College High
Creswell · Public high · Grades 9–13
72 students
| Measure | Columbia High Columbia, North Carolina | Washington Early College High Creswell, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #430 of 528 | #217 of 528 |
| National rank | #14416 of 16,910 | #9122 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 176 | 72 |
| Enrollment | 176 | 72 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 95.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 36.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 34.5% | 49.5% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 75% |
| city | Columbia | Creswell |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Early College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 24.8).
- •Washington Early College High does better on math proficiency (75% vs 24.5%).
- •Washington Early College High does better on reading proficiency (49.5% vs 34.5%).
- •Washington Early College High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.8% vs 98.3%).
- •Columbia High does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 36.0).
- •Columbia High is the larger school with 176 students compared with 72.
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 Washington Early College High?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Early College High ranks higher (47.3 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 Washington Early College High?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Creswell in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia High: 176. Washington Early College High: 72. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia High and Washington Early College High rank in North Carolina?
Columbia High is 430th of 528 and Washington Early College High is 217th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).