Serving 808 students in grades 9-12, North Pitt High School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Pitt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Pitt High School's student population of 808 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Pitt 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 North Pitt High School is 0.65, 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
#1219 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
49%
25%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Pitt High School's ranking?
North Pitt High School is ranked #1219 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Pitt High School often compared to?
North Pitt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Junius H Rose High School, South Central by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Pitt High School?
The graduation rate of North Pitt High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Pitt High School?
808 students attend North Pitt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of North Pitt High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Pitt High School?
North Pitt High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Pitt High School offer ?
North Pitt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Pitt High School part of?
North Pitt High School is part of Pitt County Schools School District.
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