North Johnston High vs Selma Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 9.5 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
Selma Elementary
Selma · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
794 students
| Measure | North Johnston High Kenly, North Carolina | Selma Elementary Selma, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #438 of 528 | #1172 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #14617 of 16,910 | #45322 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 788 | 794 |
| Enrollment | 788 | 794 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| city | Kenly | Selma |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Johnston High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.8 vs 19.3).
- •North Johnston High does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •North Johnston High does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 18%).
- •North Johnston High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.2% vs 99.6%).
- •Selma Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 20.2).
- •Selma Elementary is the larger school with 794 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 Selma Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Johnston High ranks higher (23.8 vs 19.3 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 North Johnston High and Selma Elementary?
About 9.5 km in a straight line, between Kenly and Selma in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Johnston High: 788. Selma Elementary: 794. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Johnston High and Selma Elementary rank in North Carolina?
North Johnston High is 438th of 528 and Selma Elementary is 1172nd of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).