Harper Middle College High vs South Mecklenburg High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harper Middle College High
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 11–13
125 students
South Mecklenburg High School
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,534 students
| Measure | Harper Middle College High Charlotte, North Carolina | South Mecklenburg High School Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #20 of 528 | #121 of 528 |
| National rank | #1443 of 16,910 | #5830 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 11–13 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 125 | 2,534 |
| Enrollment | 125 | 2,534 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.6% | 46.8% |
| Students per teacher | 31.3 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 95% | 66% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harper Middle College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.9 vs 59.9).
- •Harper Middle College High does better on math proficiency (95% vs 66%).
- •Harper Middle College High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.6% vs 46.8%).
- •South Mecklenburg High School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 31.3).
- •South Mecklenburg High School is the larger school with 2,534 students compared with 125.
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 Harper Middle College High better than South Mecklenburg High School?
On the Success Index (US), Harper Middle College High ranks higher (78.9 vs 59.9 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 Harper Middle College High and South Mecklenburg High School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harper Middle College High: 125. South Mecklenburg High School: 2,534. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harper Middle College High and South Mecklenburg High School rank in North Carolina?
Harper Middle College High is 20th of 528 and South Mecklenburg High School is 121st of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).