Elkin High vs Williams Secondary Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 109 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkin High
Elkin · Public high · Grades 9–12
401 students
Williams Secondary Montessori
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 7–12
401 students
| Measure | Elkin High Elkin, North Carolina | Williams Secondary Montessori Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #104 of 528 | #56 of 528 |
| National rank | #5037 of 16,910 | #2941 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 401 | 401 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.9% | 19.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| city | Elkin | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Williams Secondary Montessori scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.5 vs 63.0).
- •Elkin High does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Williams Secondary Montessori does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Williams Secondary Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.7% vs 50.9%).
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 Elkin High better than Williams Secondary Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Williams Secondary Montessori ranks higher (71.5 vs 63.0 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 Elkin High and Williams Secondary Montessori?
About 109 km in a straight line, between Elkin and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkin High: 401. Williams Secondary Montessori: 401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkin High and Williams Secondary Montessori rank in North Carolina?
Elkin High is 104th of 528 and Williams Secondary Montessori is 56th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).