Jackson Co Early College vs Mayland Early College
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 126 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Co Early College
Sylva · Public high · Grades 9–13
113 students
Mayland Early College
Spruce Pine · Public high · Grades 9–13
113 students
| Measure | Jackson Co Early College Sylva, North Carolina | Mayland Early College Spruce Pine, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #119 of 528 | #105 of 528 |
| National rank | #5767 of 16,910 | #5159 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 113 | 113 |
| Enrollment | 113 | 113 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.3% | 97.3% |
| Students per teacher | 56.5 | 28.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 84.5% |
| Math proficiency | 69.5% | 90% |
| city | Sylva | Spruce Pine |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mayland Early College scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.5 vs 60.1).
- •Mayland Early College does better on math proficiency (90% vs 69.5%).
- •Jackson Co Early College does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 84.5%).
- •Mayland Early College does better on students per teacher (28.3 vs 56.5).
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 Jackson Co Early College better than Mayland Early College?
On the Success Index (US), Mayland Early College ranks higher (62.5 vs 60.1 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 Jackson Co Early College and Mayland Early College?
About 126 km in a straight line, between Sylva and Spruce Pine in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Co Early College: 113. Mayland Early College: 113. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Co Early College and Mayland Early College rank in North Carolina?
Jackson Co Early College is 119th of 528 and Mayland Early College is 105th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).