James Hunt High vs Vinson-Bynum Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Hunt High
Wilson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,115 students
Vinson-Bynum Elementary
Wilson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
458 students
| Measure | James Hunt High Wilson, North Carolina | Vinson-Bynum Elementary Wilson, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #403 of 528 | #697 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #13821 of 16,910 | #36700 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,115 | 458 |
| Enrollment | 1,115 | 458 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 37% |
| city | Wilson | Wilson |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vinson-Bynum Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.9 vs 27.7).
- •Vinson-Bynum Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 30%).
- •Vinson-Bynum Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •James Hunt High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.7% vs 99.3%).
- •Vinson-Bynum Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 18.0).
- •James Hunt High is the larger school with 1,115 students compared with 458.
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 James Hunt High better than Vinson-Bynum Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Vinson-Bynum Elementary ranks higher (32.9 vs 27.7 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 James Hunt High and Vinson-Bynum Elementary?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Wilson and Wilson in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Hunt High: 1,115. Vinson-Bynum Elementary: 458. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Hunt High and Vinson-Bynum Elementary rank in North Carolina?
James Hunt High is 403rd of 528 and Vinson-Bynum Elementary is 697th of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).