West Bladen High vs Wilkes Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 275 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
West Bladen High
Bladenboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
720 students
Wilkes Central High School
Wilkesboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
719 students
| Measure | West Bladen High Bladenboro, North Carolina | Wilkes Central High School Wilkesboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #424 of 528 | #339 of 528 |
| National rank | #14272 of 16,910 | #12538 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 720 | 719 |
| Enrollment | 720 | 719 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Bladenboro | Wilkesboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilkes Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.6 vs 25.6).
- •West Bladen High does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Wilkes Central High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •Wilkes Central High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 23.2).
- •West Bladen High is the larger school with 720 students compared with 719.
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 West Bladen High better than Wilkes Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Wilkes Central High School ranks higher (33.6 vs 25.6 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 West Bladen High and Wilkes Central High School?
About 275 km in a straight line, between Bladenboro and Wilkesboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
West Bladen High: 720. Wilkes Central High School: 719. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do West Bladen High and Wilkes Central High School rank in North Carolina?
West Bladen High is 424th of 528 and Wilkes Central High School is 339th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).