South Stanly High vs Stanly Early College 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 Stanly High
Norwood · Public high · Grades 9–12
442 students
Stanly Early College High
Albemarle · Public high · Grades 9–13
188 students
| Measure | South Stanly High Norwood, North Carolina | Stanly Early College High Albemarle, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #324 of 528 | #162 of 528 |
| National rank | #12291 of 16,910 | #6983 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 442 | 188 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 188 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 98.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 74.5% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 74.5% |
| city | Norwood | Albemarle |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stanly Early College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 34.6).
- •Stanly Early College High does better on math proficiency (74.5% vs 52%).
- •Stanly Early College High does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 37%).
- •Stanly Early College High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.4% vs 99.3%).
- •South Stanly High does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 23.5).
- •South Stanly High is the larger school with 442 students compared with 188.
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 Stanly High better than Stanly Early College High?
On the Success Index (US), Stanly Early College High ranks higher (55.2 vs 34.6 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 Stanly High and Stanly Early College High?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Norwood and Albemarle in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Stanly High: 442. Stanly Early College High: 188. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Stanly High and Stanly Early College High rank in North Carolina?
South Stanly High is 324th of 528 and Stanly Early College High is 162nd of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).