South Rowan High vs West Rowan High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Rowan High
China Grove · Public high · Grades 9–12
932 students
West Rowan High
Mount Ulla · Public high · Grades 9–12
988 students
| Measure | South Rowan High China Grove, North Carolina | West Rowan High Mount Ulla, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #492 of 528 | #464 of 528 |
| National rank | #15845 of 16,910 | #15360 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 932 | 988 |
| Enrollment | 932 | 988 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 29% |
| city | China Grove | Mount Ulla |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Rowan High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.4 vs 16.6).
- •West Rowan High does better on math proficiency (29% vs 26%).
- •West Rowan High does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •South Rowan High does better on students per teacher (21.7 vs 22.0).
- •West Rowan High is the larger school with 988 students compared with 932.
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 Rowan High better than West Rowan High?
On the Success Index (US), West Rowan High ranks higher (19.4 vs 16.6 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 Rowan High and West Rowan High?
About 14 km in a straight line, between China Grove and Mount Ulla in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Rowan High: 932. West Rowan High: 988. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Rowan High and West Rowan High rank in North Carolina?
South Rowan High is 492nd of 528 and West Rowan High is 464th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).