Franklin High vs Northwest School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 230 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin High
Franklin · Public high · Grades 9–12
996 students
Northwest School of the Arts
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 6–12
993 students
| Measure | Franklin High Franklin, North Carolina | Northwest School of the Arts Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #219 of 528 | #82 of 528 |
| National rank | #9137 of 16,910 | #3970 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 996 | 993 |
| Enrollment | 996 | 993 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.3% | 38.1% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 66% |
| city | Franklin | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwest School of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 47.2).
- •Northwest School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (66% vs 47%).
- •Northwest School of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 50%).
- •Northwest School of the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.1% vs 46.3%).
- •Northwest School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 21.7).
- •Franklin High is the larger school with 996 students compared with 993.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Franklin High better than Northwest School of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Northwest School of the Arts ranks higher (67.4 vs 47.2 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 Franklin High and Northwest School of the Arts?
About 230 km in a straight line, between Franklin and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin High: 996. Northwest School of the Arts: 993. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin High and Northwest School of the Arts rank in North Carolina?
Franklin High is 219th of 528 and Northwest School of the Arts is 82nd of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).