Morton Elementary vs Northside High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 7.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Morton Elementary
Jacksonville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
715 students
Northside High
Jacksonville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,067 students
| Measure | Morton Elementary Jacksonville, North Carolina | Northside High Jacksonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #620 of 1,457 | #220 of 528 |
| National rank | #34834 of 50,301 | #9142 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 715 | 1,067 |
| Enrollment | 715 | 1,067 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.9% | 54.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 67% |
| city | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northside High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.2 vs 35.7).
- •Northside High does better on math proficiency (67% vs 34%).
- •Morton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 36%).
- •Northside High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.8% vs 59.9%).
- •Morton Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 17.5).
- •Northside High is the larger school with 1,067 students compared with 715.
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 Morton Elementary better than Northside High?
On the Success Index (US), Northside High ranks higher (47.2 vs 35.7 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 Morton Elementary and Northside High?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Jacksonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Morton Elementary: 715. Northside High: 1,067. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Morton Elementary and Northside High rank in North Carolina?
Morton Elementary is 620th of 1,457 and Northside High is 220th of 528 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).