Northwood High vs Willow Oak Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 8.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwood High
Pittsboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
634 students
Willow Oak Montessori
Pittsboro · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
281 students
| Measure | Northwood High Pittsboro, North Carolina | Willow Oak Montessori Pittsboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #186 of 528 | #124 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #7702 of 16,910 | #9762 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 634 | 281 |
| Enrollment | 634 | 281 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| city | Pittsboro | Pittsboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Willow Oak Montessori scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.3 vs 52.6).
- •Northwood High does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Willow Oak Montessori does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 63%).
- •Willow Oak Montessori does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 12.9).
- •Northwood High is the larger school with 634 students compared with 281.
- •Northwood High is a public school while Willow Oak Montessori is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Northwood High better than Willow Oak Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Willow Oak Montessori ranks higher (72.3 vs 52.6 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 Northwood High and Willow Oak Montessori?
About 8.4 km in a straight line, between Pittsboro and Pittsboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwood High: 634. Willow Oak Montessori: 281. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwood High and Willow Oak Montessori rank in North Carolina?
Northwood High is 186th of 528 and Willow Oak Montessori is 124th of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).