Northampton County High School vs Wilkes Early College High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 319 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northampton County High School
Gaston · Public high · Grades 9–12
265 students
Wilkes Early College High School
Wilkesboro · Public high · Grades 9–13
265 students
| Measure | Northampton County High School Gaston, North Carolina | Wilkes Early College High School Wilkesboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #521 of 528 | #144 of 528 |
| National rank | #16529 of 16,910 | #6425 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 265 | 265 |
| Enrollment | 265 | 265 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 29.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 84.5% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 84.5% |
| city | Gaston | Wilkesboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilkes Early College High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 11.0).
- •Wilkes Early College High School does better on math proficiency (84.5% vs 7.5%).
- •Wilkes Early College High School does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 5%).
- •Northampton County High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 29.4).
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 Northampton County High School better than Wilkes Early College High School?
On the Success Index (US), Wilkes Early College High School ranks higher (57.6 vs 11.0 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 Northampton County High School and Wilkes Early College High School?
About 319 km in a straight line, between Gaston and Wilkesboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northampton County High School: 265. Wilkes Early College High School: 265. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northampton County High School and Wilkes Early College High School rank in North Carolina?
Northampton County High School is 521st of 528 and Wilkes Early College High School is 144th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).