North Johnston High vs Selma Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 8.5 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 Middle School
Selma · Public middle · Grades 6–8
339 students
| Measure | North Johnston High Kenly, North Carolina | Selma Middle School Selma, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #438 of 528 | #396 of 469 |
| National rank | #14617 of 16,910 | #14203 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 788 | 339 |
| Enrollment | 788 | 339 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 9% |
| city | Kenly | Selma |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Johnston High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.8 vs 17.4).
- •North Johnston High does better on math proficiency (37% vs 9%).
- •North Johnston High does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 16%).
- •North Johnston High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.2% vs 99.1%).
- •Selma Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 20.2).
- •North Johnston High is the larger school with 788 students compared with 339.
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 Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), North Johnston High ranks higher (23.8 vs 17.4 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 Middle School?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Kenly and Selma in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Johnston High: 788. Selma Middle School: 339. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Johnston High and Selma Middle School rank in North Carolina?
North Johnston High is 438th of 528 and Selma Middle School is 396th of 469 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).