Fred T Foard High vs Salisbury High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 80 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fred T Foard High
Newton · Public high · Grades 9–12
930 students
Salisbury High
Salisbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
930 students
| Measure | Fred T Foard High Newton, North Carolina | Salisbury High Salisbury, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #206 of 528 | #512 of 528 |
| National rank | #8594 of 16,910 | #16331 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 930 | 930 |
| Enrollment | 930 | 930 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.9% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 17% |
| city | Newton | Salisbury |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fred T Foard High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.2 vs 13.1).
- •Fred T Foard High does better on math proficiency (51% vs 17%).
- •Fred T Foard High does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 30%).
- •Fred T Foard High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 99.7%).
- •Salisbury High does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 22.1).
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 Fred T Foard High better than Salisbury High?
On the Success Index (US), Fred T Foard High ranks higher (49.2 vs 13.1 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 Fred T Foard High and Salisbury High?
About 80 km in a straight line, between Newton and Salisbury in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fred T Foard High: 930. Salisbury High: 930. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fred T Foard High and Salisbury High rank in North Carolina?
Fred T Foard High is 206th of 528 and Salisbury High is 512th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).