Serving 740 students in grades 9-12, Wilkes Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkes Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wilkes Central High School's student population of 740 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilkes Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilkes Central High School is 0.61, 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
#870 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
11%
25%
White
56%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Wilkes Central High School's ranking?
Wilkes Central High School is ranked #870 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wilkes Central High School often compared to?
Wilkes Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Wilkes High School, North Wilkes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Wilkes Central High School?
The graduation rate of Wilkes Central High School is 86%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wilkes Central High School?
740 students attend Wilkes Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Wilkes Central High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilkes Central High School?
Wilkes Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilkes Central High School offer ?
Wilkes Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilkes Central High School part of?
Wilkes Central High School is part of Wilkes County Schools School District.
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