South Stanly High vs Washington County High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 318 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
Washington County High
Plymouth · Public high · Grades 6–12
450 students
| Measure | South Stanly High Norwood, North Carolina | Washington County High Plymouth, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #324 of 528 | #481 of 528 |
| National rank | #12291 of 16,910 | #15695 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 442 | 450 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 450 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 15% |
| city | Norwood | Plymouth |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Stanly High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.6 vs 17.5).
- •South Stanly High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 15%).
- •South Stanly High does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Washington County High does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 16.4).
- •Washington County High is the larger school with 450 students compared with 442.
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 Washington County High?
On the Success Index (US), South Stanly High ranks higher (34.6 vs 17.5 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 Stanly High and Washington County High?
About 318 km in a straight line, between Norwood and Plymouth in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Stanly High: 442. Washington County High: 450. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Stanly High and Washington County High rank in North Carolina?
South Stanly High is 324th of 528 and Washington County High is 481st of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).