Eugene Ashley High vs Island Montessori Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eugene Ashley High
Wilmington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,893 students
Island Montessori Charter School
Wilmington · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
220 students
| Measure | Eugene Ashley High Wilmington, North Carolina | Island Montessori Charter School Wilmington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #158 of 528 | #251 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #6775 of 16,910 | #20273 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,893 | 220 |
| Enrollment | 1,893 | 220 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.2% | – |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 42% |
| city | Wilmington | Wilmington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (56.1 vs 57.0).
- •Eugene Ashley High does better on math proficiency (56% vs 42%).
- •Island Montessori Charter School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •Island Montessori Charter School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 20.1).
- •Eugene Ashley High is the larger school with 1,893 students compared with 220.
- •Eugene Ashley High is a public school while Island Montessori Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Eugene Ashley High better than Island Montessori Charter School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Eugene Ashley High and Island Montessori Charter School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Wilmington and Wilmington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eugene Ashley High: 1,893. Island Montessori Charter School: 220. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eugene Ashley High and Island Montessori Charter School rank in North Carolina?
Eugene Ashley High is 158th of 528 and Island Montessori Charter School is 251st of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).