Serving 273 students in grades 9-12, Northampton County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 91% 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: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northampton County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northampton County High School's student population of 273 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northampton County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northampton County High School is 0.27, 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
#2524 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
85%
25%
White
9%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northampton County High School's ranking?
Northampton County High School is ranked #2524 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northampton County High School?
The graduation rate of Northampton County High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Northampton County High School?
273 students attend Northampton County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Northampton County High School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northampton County High School?
Northampton County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northampton County High School offer ?
Northampton County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northampton County High School part of?
Northampton County High School is part of Northampton County Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 8/20/2012
the school is too small for the number of students entering from west. the students will be compacted. why then new dss instead of a new school? these students are our future leaders
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