Emsley A Laney High vs Julius L. Chambers High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 287 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emsley A Laney High
Wilmington · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,243 students
Julius L. Chambers High School
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,225 students
| Measure | Emsley A Laney High Wilmington, North Carolina | Julius L. Chambers High School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #252 of 528 | #461 of 528 |
| National rank | #10221 of 16,910 | #15307 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,243 | 2,225 |
| Enrollment | 2,243 | 2,225 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.3% | 99.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 36% |
| city | Wilmington | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emsley A Laney High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.9 vs 19.7).
- •Emsley A Laney High does better on math proficiency (56% vs 36%).
- •Emsley A Laney High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 22%).
- •Emsley A Laney High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.3% vs 99.9%).
- •Julius L. Chambers High School does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 20.4).
- •Emsley A Laney High is the larger school with 2,243 students compared with 2,225.
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 Emsley A Laney High better than Julius L. Chambers High School?
On the Success Index (US), Emsley A Laney High ranks higher (42.9 vs 19.7 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 Emsley A Laney High and Julius L. Chambers High School?
About 287 km in a straight line, between Wilmington and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emsley A Laney High: 2,243. Julius L. Chambers High School: 2,225. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emsley A Laney High and Julius L. Chambers High School rank in North Carolina?
Emsley A Laney High is 252nd of 528 and Julius L. Chambers High School is 461st of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).