Kinston High vs North Lenoir High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kinston High
Kinston · Public high · Grades 9–12
659 students
North Lenoir High
La Grange · Public high · Grades 9–12
957 students
| Measure | Kinston High Kinston, North Carolina | North Lenoir High La Grange, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #505 of 528 | #431 of 528 |
| National rank | #16163 of 16,910 | #14422 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 659 | 957 |
| Enrollment | 659 | 957 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 32% |
| city | Kinston | La Grange |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Lenoir High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.8 vs 14.3).
- •North Lenoir High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •North Lenoir High does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 27%).
- •Kinston High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.1% vs 99.7%).
- •Kinston High does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 16.5).
- •North Lenoir High is the larger school with 957 students compared with 659.
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 Kinston High better than North Lenoir High?
On the Success Index (US), North Lenoir High ranks higher (24.8 vs 14.3 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 Kinston High and North Lenoir High?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Kinston and La Grange in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kinston High: 659. North Lenoir High: 957. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kinston High and North Lenoir High rank in North Carolina?
Kinston High is 505th of 528 and North Lenoir High is 431st of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).