R J Reynolds High vs The Arts Based School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
R J Reynolds High
Winston Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,759 students
The Arts Based School
Winston-Salem · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
663 students
| Measure | R J Reynolds High Winston Salem, North Carolina | The Arts Based School Winston-Salem, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 528 | #173 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #12390 of 16,910 | #14559 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,759 | 663 |
| Enrollment | 1,759 | 663 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 51% |
| city | Winston Salem | Winston-Salem |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Arts Based School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 34.2).
- •The Arts Based School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 41%).
- •The Arts Based School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 51%).
- •The Arts Based School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 17.8).
- •R J Reynolds High is the larger school with 1,759 students compared with 663.
- •R J Reynolds High is a public school while The Arts Based School 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 R J Reynolds High better than The Arts Based School?
On the Success Index (US), The Arts Based School ranks higher (65.4 vs 34.2 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 R J Reynolds High and The Arts Based School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Winston Salem and Winston-Salem in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
R J Reynolds High: 1,759. The Arts Based School: 663. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do R J Reynolds High and The Arts Based School rank in North Carolina?
R J Reynolds High is 328th of 528 and The Arts Based School is 173rd of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).