George M. Horton Middle vs Northwood High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George M. Horton Middle
Pittsboro · Public middle · Grades 5–8
414 students
Northwood High
Pittsboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
634 students
| Measure | George M. Horton Middle Pittsboro, North Carolina | Northwood High Pittsboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #149 of 469 | #186 of 528 |
| National rank | #9220 of 15,369 | #7702 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 414 | 634 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 634 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 57% |
| city | Pittsboro | Pittsboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwood High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.6 vs 42.7).
- •Northwood High does better on math proficiency (57% vs 48%).
- •Northwood High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 52%).
- •George M. Horton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.3% vs 99.5%).
- •Northwood High does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.9).
- •Northwood High is the larger school with 634 students compared with 414.
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 George M. Horton Middle better than Northwood High?
On the Success Index (US), Northwood High ranks higher (52.6 vs 42.7 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 George M. Horton Middle and Northwood High?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Pittsboro and Pittsboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George M. Horton Middle: 414. Northwood High: 634. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George M. Horton Middle and Northwood High rank in North Carolina?
George M. Horton Middle is 149th of 469 and Northwood High is 186th of 528 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).