South Caldwell High vs Sun Valley High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 113 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Caldwell High
Hudson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,272 students
Sun Valley High
Monroe · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,272 students
| Measure | South Caldwell High Hudson, North Carolina | Sun Valley High Monroe, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #286 of 528 | #155 of 528 |
| National rank | #11329 of 16,910 | #6692 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,272 | 1,272 |
| Enrollment | 1,272 | 1,272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 46.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 54% |
| city | Hudson | Monroe |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sun Valley High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 38.5).
- •South Caldwell High does better on math proficiency (56% vs 54%).
- •Sun Valley High does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 49%).
- •Sun Valley High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.1% vs 99.1%).
- •Sun Valley High does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 19.3).
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 South Caldwell High better than Sun Valley High?
On the Success Index (US), Sun Valley High ranks higher (56.5 vs 38.5 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 South Caldwell High and Sun Valley High?
About 113 km in a straight line, between Hudson and Monroe in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Caldwell High: 1,272. Sun Valley High: 1,272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Caldwell High and Sun Valley High rank in North Carolina?
South Caldwell High is 286th of 528 and Sun Valley High is 155th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).