North Johnston High vs Princeton High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Johnston High
Kenly · Public high · Grades 9–12
788 students
Princeton High
Princeton · Public high · Grades 6–12
988 students
| Measure | North Johnston High Kenly, North Carolina | Princeton High Princeton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #438 of 528 | #380 of 528 |
| National rank | #14617 of 16,910 | #13427 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 788 | 988 |
| Enrollment | 788 | 988 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Kenly | Princeton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Princeton High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.6 vs 23.8).
- •Princeton High does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Princeton High does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •North Johnston High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.2% vs 99.2%).
- •Princeton High does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 20.2).
- •Princeton High is the larger school with 988 students compared with 788.
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 North Johnston High better than Princeton High?
On the Success Index (US), Princeton High ranks higher (29.6 vs 23.8 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 North Johnston High and Princeton High?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Kenly and Princeton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Johnston High: 788. Princeton High: 988. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Johnston High and Princeton High rank in North Carolina?
North Johnston High is 438th of 528 and Princeton High is 380th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).