Dalton McMichael High vs South Columbus High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 270 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dalton McMichael High
Mayodan · Public high · Grades 9–12
681 students
South Columbus High
Tabor City · Public high · Grades 9–12
669 students
| Measure | Dalton McMichael High Mayodan, North Carolina | South Columbus High Tabor City, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #370 of 528 | #406 of 528 |
| National rank | #13184 of 16,910 | #13961 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 681 | 669 |
| Enrollment | 681 | 669 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Mayodan | Tabor City |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dalton McMichael High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.7 vs 27.1).
- •Dalton McMichael High does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Dalton McMichael High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •South Columbus High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 99.6%).
- •South Columbus High does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 21.3).
- •Dalton McMichael High is the larger school with 681 students compared with 669.
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 Dalton McMichael High better than South Columbus High?
On the Success Index (US), Dalton McMichael High ranks higher (30.7 vs 27.1 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 Dalton McMichael High and South Columbus High?
About 270 km in a straight line, between Mayodan and Tabor City in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dalton McMichael High: 681. South Columbus High: 669. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dalton McMichael High and South Columbus High rank in North Carolina?
Dalton McMichael High is 370th of 528 and South Columbus High is 406th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).