Marion High vs North Central High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in South Carolina, United States, 108 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion High
Marion · Public high · Grades 9–12
572 students
North Central High
Kershaw · Public high · Grades 9–12
563 students
| Measure | Marion High Marion, South Carolina | North Central High Kershaw, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #169 of 228 | #37 of 228 |
| National rank | #8769 of 16,910 | #1737 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 572 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 72% |
| city | Marion | Kershaw |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.0 vs 48.5).
- •North Central High does better on math proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •North Central High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 52%).
- •North Central High does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.9).
- •Marion High is the larger school with 572 students compared with 563.
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 Marion High better than North Central High?
On the Success Index (US), North Central High ranks higher (77.0 vs 48.5 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 Marion High and North Central High?
About 108 km in a straight line, between Marion and Kershaw in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion High: 572. North Central High: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion High and North Central High rank in South Carolina?
Marion High is 169th of 228 and North Central High is 37th of 228 among high schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).