Harding University High School vs West Mecklenburg High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harding University High School
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,204 students
West Mecklenburg High School
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,290 students
| Measure | Harding University High School Charlotte, North Carolina | West Mecklenburg High School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #489 of 528 | #493 of 528 |
| National rank | #15815 of 16,910 | #15851 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,204 | 1,290 |
| Enrollment | 1,204 | 1,290 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.8% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 26% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.7 vs 16.6).
- •West Mecklenburg High School does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 23%).
- •Harding University High School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 17.4).
- •West Mecklenburg High School is the larger school with 1,290 students compared with 1,204.
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 Harding University High School better than West Mecklenburg High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Harding University High School and West Mecklenburg High School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harding University High School: 1,204. West Mecklenburg High School: 1,290. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harding University High School and West Mecklenburg High School rank in North Carolina?
Harding University High School is 489th of 528 and West Mecklenburg High School is 493rd of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).