Serving 590 students in grades 9-12, North Wilkes High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Wilkes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Wilkes High School's student population of 590 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Wilkes High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Wilkes High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
81%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Wilkes High School's ranking?
North Wilkes High School is ranked #346 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Wilkes High School often compared to?
North Wilkes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilkes Central High School, West Wilkes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Wilkes High School?
The graduation rate of North Wilkes High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Wilkes High School?
590 students attend North Wilkes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Wilkes High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Wilkes High School?
North Wilkes High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Wilkes High School offer ?
North Wilkes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Wilkes High School part of?
North Wilkes High School is part of Wilkes County Schools School District.
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