Lakewood High vs Sampson Early College High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakewood High
Salemburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
475 students
Sampson Early College High
Clinton · Public high · Grades 9–13
229 students
| Measure | Lakewood High Salemburg, North Carolina | Sampson Early College High Clinton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #362 of 528 | #154 of 528 |
| National rank | #13048 of 16,910 | #6596 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 475 | 229 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 229 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.8% | 98.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 74.5% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 95% |
| city | Salemburg | Clinton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sampson Early College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.9 vs 31.3).
- •Sampson Early College High does better on math proficiency (95% vs 42%).
- •Sampson Early College High does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 37%).
- •Lakewood High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.8% vs 98.7%).
- •Lakewood High does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 25.4).
- •Lakewood High is the larger school with 475 students compared with 229.
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 Lakewood High better than Sampson Early College High?
On the Success Index (US), Sampson Early College High ranks higher (56.9 vs 31.3 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 Lakewood High and Sampson Early College High?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Salemburg and Clinton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakewood High: 475. Sampson Early College High: 229. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakewood High and Sampson Early College High rank in North Carolina?
Lakewood High is 362nd of 528 and Sampson Early College High is 154th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).