North Wilkes High School vs West Wilkes High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Wilkes High School
Hays · Public high · Grades 9–12
578 students
West Wilkes High School
Millers Creek · Public high · Grades 9–12
582 students
| Measure | North Wilkes High School Hays, North Carolina | West Wilkes High School Millers Creek, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #343 of 528 | #251 of 528 |
| National rank | #12585 of 16,910 | #10217 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 578 | 582 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 582 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| city | Hays | Millers Creek |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Wilkes High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 33.3).
- •West Wilkes High School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •West Wilkes High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •North Wilkes High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.9% vs 99.3%).
- •North Wilkes High School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 14.6).
- •West Wilkes High School is the larger school with 582 students compared with 578.
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 Wilkes High School better than West Wilkes High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Wilkes High School ranks higher (43.0 vs 33.3 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 Wilkes High School and West Wilkes High School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Hays and Millers Creek in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Wilkes High School: 578. West Wilkes High School: 582. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Wilkes High School and West Wilkes High School rank in North Carolina?
North Wilkes High School is 343rd of 528 and West Wilkes High School is 251st of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).