Gaston Early College High School vs Rowan Co Early College
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 74 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
Rowan Co Early College
Salisbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
235 students
| Measure | Gaston Early College High School Dallas, North Carolina | Rowan Co Early College Salisbury, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #38 of 528 | #203 of 528 |
| National rank | #2126 of 16,910 | #8293 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 235 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.6% | 98.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 33.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 95% | 74.5% |
| Math proficiency | 84.5% | 62% |
| city | Dallas | Salisbury |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gaston Early College High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.1 vs 50.4).
- •Gaston Early College High School does better on math proficiency (84.5% vs 62%).
- •Gaston Early College High School does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 74.5%).
- •Gaston Early College High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.6% vs 98.7%).
- •Gaston Early College High School does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 33.6).
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 Rowan Co Early College?
On the Success Index (US), Gaston Early College High School ranks higher (75.1 vs 50.4 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 Rowan Co Early College?
About 74 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Salisbury in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gaston Early College High School: 235. Rowan Co Early College: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gaston Early College High School and Rowan Co Early College rank in North Carolina?
Gaston Early College High School is 38th of 528 and Rowan Co Early College is 203rd of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).