McDowell Early College vs McDowell High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 8.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McDowell Early College
Marion · Public high · Grades 9–13
241 students
McDowell High School
Marion · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,379 students
| Measure | McDowell Early College Marion, North Carolina | McDowell High School Marion, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #151 of 528 | #257 of 528 |
| National rank | #6549 of 16,910 | #10254 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 241 | 1,379 |
| Enrollment | 241 | 1,379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 98.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 52% |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDowell Early College scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.1 vs 42.8).
- •McDowell Early College does better on math proficiency (72% vs 52%).
- •McDowell Early College does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 53%).
- •McDowell High School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 20.1).
- •McDowell High School is the larger school with 1,379 students compared with 241.
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 McDowell Early College better than McDowell High School?
On the Success Index (US), McDowell Early College ranks higher (57.1 vs 42.8 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 McDowell Early College and McDowell High School?
About 8.1 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDowell Early College: 241. McDowell High School: 1,379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDowell Early College and McDowell High School rank in North Carolina?
McDowell Early College is 151st of 528 and McDowell High School is 257th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).