Jacksonville High vs Northside High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jacksonville High
Jacksonville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,441 students
Northside High
Jacksonville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,067 students
| Measure | Jacksonville High Jacksonville, North Carolina | Northside High Jacksonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #223 of 528 | #220 of 528 |
| National rank | #9232 of 16,910 | #9142 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,441 | 1,067 |
| Enrollment | 1,441 | 1,067 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.4% | 54.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| city | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (46.8 vs 47.2).
- •Northside High does better on math proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Jacksonville High does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 36%).
- •Jacksonville High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.4% vs 54.8%).
- •Northside High does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 18.5).
- •Jacksonville High is the larger school with 1,441 students compared with 1,067.
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 Jacksonville High better than Northside High?
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 Jacksonville High and Northside High?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Jacksonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jacksonville High: 1,441. Northside High: 1,067. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jacksonville High and Northside High rank in North Carolina?
Jacksonville High is 223rd of 528 and Northside High is 220th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).