Kiser Elementary vs North Gaston High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 8.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kiser Elementary
Stanley · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
328 students
North Gaston High
Dallas · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,061 students
| Measure | Kiser Elementary Stanley, North Carolina | North Gaston High Dallas, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1022 of 1,457 | #405 of 528 |
| National rank | #42888 of 50,301 | #13957 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 328 | 1,061 |
| Enrollment | 328 | 1,061 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 38% |
| city | Stanley | Dallas |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Gaston High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.1 vs 23.1).
- •North Gaston High does better on math proficiency (38% vs 36%).
- •Kiser Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Kiser Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.1% vs 99.7%).
- •Kiser Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 17.4).
- •North Gaston High is the larger school with 1,061 students compared with 328.
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 Kiser Elementary better than North Gaston High?
On the Success Index (US), North Gaston High ranks higher (27.1 vs 23.1 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 Kiser Elementary and North Gaston High?
About 8.4 km in a straight line, between Stanley and Dallas in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kiser Elementary: 328. North Gaston High: 1,061. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kiser Elementary and North Gaston High rank in North Carolina?
Kiser Elementary is 1022nd of 1,457 and North Gaston High is 405th of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).