Harnett Central High vs Willow Spring High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harnett Central High
Angier · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,522 students
Willow Spring High
Fuquay Varina · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,223 students
| Measure | Harnett Central High Angier, North Carolina | Willow Spring High Fuquay Varina, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #373 of 528 | #145 of 528 |
| National rank | #13208 of 16,910 | #6480 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,522 | 2,223 |
| Enrollment | 1,522 | 2,223 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.1% | 28.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | – |
| Math proficiency | 31% | – |
| city | Angier | Fuquay Varina |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Willow Spring High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.4 vs 30.6).
- •Willow Spring High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.7% vs 56.1%).
- •Willow Spring High does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 24.5).
- •Willow Spring High is the larger school with 2,223 students compared with 1,522.
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 Harnett Central High better than Willow Spring High?
On the Success Index (US), Willow Spring High ranks higher (57.4 vs 30.6 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 Harnett Central High and Willow Spring High?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Angier and Fuquay Varina in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harnett Central High: 1,522. Willow Spring High: 2,223. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harnett Central High and Willow Spring High rank in North Carolina?
Harnett Central High is 373rd of 528 and Willow Spring High is 145th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).