Durham School of the Arts vs South Iredell High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 183 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Durham School of the Arts
Durham · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,764 students
South Iredell High
Statesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,768 students
| Measure | Durham School of the Arts Durham, North Carolina | South Iredell High Statesville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #188 of 528 | #120 of 528 |
| National rank | #7797 of 16,910 | #5829 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,764 | 1,768 |
| Enrollment | 1,764 | 1,768 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 33.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 59% |
| city | Durham | Statesville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Iredell High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.9 vs 52.2).
- •Durham School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (68% vs 59%).
- •Durham School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 57%).
- •South Iredell High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 99.2%).
- •Durham School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 21.6).
- •South Iredell High is the larger school with 1,768 students compared with 1,764.
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 Durham School of the Arts better than South Iredell High?
On the Success Index (US), South Iredell High ranks higher (59.9 vs 52.2 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 Durham School of the Arts and South Iredell High?
About 183 km in a straight line, between Durham and Statesville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Durham School of the Arts: 1,764. South Iredell High: 1,768. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Durham School of the Arts and South Iredell High rank in North Carolina?
Durham School of the Arts is 188th of 528 and South Iredell High is 120th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).