Barnwell High vs North Central High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 155 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barnwell High
Barnwell · Public high · Grades 9–12
557 students
North Central High
Kershaw · Public high · Grades 9–12
563 students
| Measure | Barnwell High Barnwell, South Carolina | North Central High Kershaw, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #172 of 228 | #37 of 228 |
| National rank | #9154 of 16,910 | #1737 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 557 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 557 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 72% |
| city | Barnwell | Kershaw |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.0 vs 47.1).
- •North Central High does better on math proficiency (72% vs 42%).
- •North Central High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 47%).
- •Barnwell High does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.2).
- •North Central High is the larger school with 563 students compared with 557.
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 Barnwell High better than North Central High?
On the Success Index (US), North Central High ranks higher (77.0 vs 47.1 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 Barnwell High and North Central High?
About 155 km in a straight line, between Barnwell and Kershaw in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barnwell High: 557. North Central High: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barnwell High and North Central High rank in South Carolina?
Barnwell High is 172nd of 228 and North Central High is 37th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).