South Stokes High School vs West Stokes High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Stokes High School
Walnut Cove · Public high · Grades 9–12
538 students
West Stokes High School
King · Public high · Grades 9–12
799 students
| Measure | South Stokes High School Walnut Cove, North Carolina | West Stokes High School King, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #168 of 528 | #160 of 528 |
| National rank | #7219 of 16,910 | #6869 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 538 | 799 |
| Enrollment | 538 | 799 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.9% | 44.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| city | Walnut Cove | King |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Stokes High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.7 vs 54.4).
- •South Stokes High School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •West Stokes High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •West Stokes High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.7% vs 51.9%).
- •South Stokes High School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.0).
- •West Stokes High School is the larger school with 799 students compared with 538.
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 Stokes High School better than West Stokes High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Stokes High School ranks higher (55.7 vs 54.4 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 Stokes High School and West Stokes High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Walnut Cove and King in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Stokes High School: 538. West Stokes High School: 799. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Stokes High School and West Stokes High School rank in North Carolina?
South Stokes High School is 168th of 528 and West Stokes High School is 160th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).