Madison High School vs North Buncombe 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.
Madison High School
Marshall · Public high · Grades 9–12
377 students
North Buncombe High
Weaverville · Public high · Grades 9–12
896 students
| Measure | Madison High School Marshall, North Carolina | North Buncombe High Weaverville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #271 of 528 | #263 of 528 |
| National rank | #10587 of 16,910 | #10419 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 377 | 896 |
| Enrollment | 377 | 896 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 99% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 63% |
| city | Marshall | Weaverville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.5 vs 42.2).
- •North Buncombe High does better on math proficiency (63% vs 47%).
- •North Buncombe High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Madison High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.9% vs 99%).
- •Madison High School does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 16.6).
- •North Buncombe High is the larger school with 896 students compared with 377.
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 Madison High School better than North Buncombe 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 Madison High School and North Buncombe High?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Marshall and Weaverville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison High School: 377. North Buncombe High: 896. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison High School and North Buncombe High rank in North Carolina?
Madison High School is 271st of 528 and North Buncombe High is 263rd of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).