Serving 1,543 students in grades 9-12, New Hanover High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Hanover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Hanover High School's student population of 1,543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Hanover High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hanover High School is 0.68, 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
#641 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
32%
25%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hanover High School's ranking?
New Hanover High School is ranked #641 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are New Hanover High School often compared to?
New Hanover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John T Hoggard High School, Eugene Ashley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Hanover High School?
The graduation rate of New Hanover High School is 79%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend New Hanover High School?
1,543 students attend New Hanover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of New Hanover High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Hanover High School?
New Hanover High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Hanover High School offer ?
New Hanover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Hanover High School part of?
New Hanover High School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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