East Carteret High vs West Carteret 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.
East Carteret High
Beaufort · Public high · Grades 9–12
521 students
West Carteret High
Morehead City · Public high · Grades 8–12
1,095 students
| Measure | East Carteret High Beaufort, North Carolina | West Carteret High Morehead City, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #234 of 528 | #218 of 528 |
| National rank | #9659 of 16,910 | #9124 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 521 | 1,095 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 1,095 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.7% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 70% |
| city | Beaufort | Morehead City |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Carteret High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 45.1).
- •West Carteret High does better on math proficiency (70% vs 57%).
- •West Carteret High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 57%).
- •East Carteret High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.7% vs 99%).
- •East Carteret High does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 23.3).
- •West Carteret High is the larger school with 1,095 students compared with 521.
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 East Carteret High better than West Carteret High?
On the Success Index (US), West Carteret High ranks higher (47.3 vs 45.1 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 East Carteret High and West Carteret High?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Beaufort and Morehead City in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Carteret High: 521. West Carteret High: 1,095. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Carteret High and West Carteret High rank in North Carolina?
East Carteret High is 234th of 528 and West Carteret High is 218th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).