Hobbton High vs West Columbus High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 109 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hobbton High
Newton Grove · Public high · Grades 9–12
467 students
West Columbus High
Cerro Gordo · Public high · Grades 9–12
459 students
| Measure | Hobbton High Newton Grove, North Carolina | West Columbus High Cerro Gordo, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #338 of 528 | #317 of 528 |
| National rank | #12517 of 16,910 | #12100 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 467 | 459 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 459 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 97.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 42% |
| city | Newton Grove | Cerro Gordo |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Columbus High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.5 vs 33.6).
- •Hobbton High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •West Columbus High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.6% vs 99.4%).
- •West Columbus High does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 19.5).
- •Hobbton High is the larger school with 467 students compared with 459.
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 Hobbton High better than West Columbus High?
On the Success Index (US), West Columbus High ranks higher (35.5 vs 33.6 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 Hobbton High and West Columbus High?
About 109 km in a straight line, between Newton Grove and Cerro Gordo in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hobbton High: 467. West Columbus High: 459. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hobbton High and West Columbus High rank in North Carolina?
Hobbton High is 338th of 528 and West Columbus High is 317th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).