Gaston Early College High School vs North Gaston High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gaston Early College High School
Dallas · Public high · Grades 9–13
235 students
North Gaston High
Dallas · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,061 students
| Measure | Gaston Early College High School Dallas, North Carolina | North Gaston High Dallas, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #38 of 528 | #405 of 528 |
| National rank | #2126 of 16,910 | #13957 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 235 | 1,061 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 1,061 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.6% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 95% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 84.5% | 38% |
| city | Dallas | Dallas |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gaston Early College High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.1 vs 27.1).
- •Gaston Early College High School does better on math proficiency (84.5% vs 38%).
- •Gaston Early College High School does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 35%).
- •Gaston Early College High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.6% vs 99.7%).
- •North Gaston High does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 23.5).
- •North Gaston High is the larger school with 1,061 students compared with 235.
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 Gaston Early College High School better than North Gaston High?
On the Success Index (US), Gaston Early College High School ranks higher (75.1 vs 27.1 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 Gaston Early College High School and North Gaston High?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Dallas in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gaston Early College High School: 235. North Gaston High: 1,061. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gaston Early College High School and North Gaston High rank in North Carolina?
Gaston Early College High School is 38th of 528 and North Gaston High is 405th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).