South Columbus High vs Wheatmore High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 214 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Columbus High
Tabor City · Public high · Grades 9–12
669 students
Wheatmore High School
Trinity · Public high · Grades 9–12
667 students
| Measure | South Columbus High Tabor City, North Carolina | Wheatmore High School Trinity, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #406 of 528 | #191 of 528 |
| National rank | #13961 of 16,910 | #7939 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 669 | 667 |
| Enrollment | 669 | 667 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 48.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| city | Tabor City | Trinity |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wheatmore High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.7 vs 27.1).
- •Wheatmore High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Wheatmore High School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 32%).
- •Wheatmore High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 99.4%).
- •South Columbus High does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 16.7).
- •South Columbus High is the larger school with 669 students compared with 667.
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 Columbus High better than Wheatmore High School?
On the Success Index (US), Wheatmore High School ranks higher (51.7 vs 27.1 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 Columbus High and Wheatmore High School?
About 214 km in a straight line, between Tabor City and Trinity in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Columbus High: 669. Wheatmore High School: 667. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Columbus High and Wheatmore High School rank in North Carolina?
South Columbus High is 406th of 528 and Wheatmore High School is 191st of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).