South Mecklenburg High School vs William Amos Hough High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 40 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Mecklenburg High School
Charlotte · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,534 students
William Amos Hough High
Cornelius · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,518 students
| Measure | South Mecklenburg High School Charlotte, North Carolina | William Amos Hough High Cornelius, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #121 of 528 | #43 of 528 |
| National rank | #5830 of 16,910 | #2476 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,534 | 2,518 |
| Enrollment | 2,534 | 2,518 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.8% | 20.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 76% |
| city | Charlotte | Cornelius |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William Amos Hough High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.5 vs 59.9).
- •William Amos Hough High does better on math proficiency (76% vs 66%).
- •William Amos Hough High does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 58%).
- •William Amos Hough High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.1% vs 46.8%).
- •South Mecklenburg High School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 21.2).
- •South Mecklenburg High School is the larger school with 2,534 students compared with 2,518.
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 Mecklenburg High School better than William Amos Hough High?
On the Success Index (US), William Amos Hough High ranks higher (73.5 vs 59.9 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 South Mecklenburg High School and William Amos Hough High?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Cornelius in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Mecklenburg High School: 2,534. William Amos Hough High: 2,518. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Mecklenburg High School and William Amos Hough High rank in North Carolina?
South Mecklenburg High School is 121st of 528 and William Amos Hough High is 43rd of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).