Rosewood High vs West Columbus High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 144 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rosewood High
Goldsboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
460 students
West Columbus High
Cerro Gordo · Public high · Grades 9–12
459 students
| Measure | Rosewood High Goldsboro, North Carolina | West Columbus High Cerro Gordo, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #368 of 528 | #317 of 528 |
| National rank | #13144 of 16,910 | #12100 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 460 | 459 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 459 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 97.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Goldsboro | Cerro Gordo |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Columbus High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.5 vs 30.9).
- •Rosewood High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •West Columbus High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.6% vs 98.5%).
- •West Columbus High does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 21.9).
- •Rosewood High is the larger school with 460 students compared with 459.
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 Rosewood High better than West Columbus High?
On the Success Index (US), West Columbus High ranks higher (35.5 vs 30.9 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 Rosewood High and West Columbus High?
About 144 km in a straight line, between Goldsboro and Cerro Gordo in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rosewood High: 460. West Columbus High: 459. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rosewood High and West Columbus High rank in North Carolina?
Rosewood High is 368th of 528 and West Columbus High is 317th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).