Serving 256 students in grades 9-12, Reid Ross Classical High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reid Ross Classical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Reid Ross Classical High School's student population of 256 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reid Ross Classical 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 Reid Ross Classical High School is 0.51, 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
#329 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
68%
25%
White
13%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reid Ross Classical High School's ranking?
Reid Ross Classical High School is ranked #329 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Reid Ross Classical High School often compared to?
Reid Ross Classical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Forest High School, Massey Hill Classical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reid Ross Classical High School?
The graduation rate of Reid Ross Classical High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Reid Ross Classical High School?
256 students attend Reid Ross Classical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Reid Ross Classical High School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reid Ross Classical High School?
Reid Ross Classical High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reid Ross Classical High School offer ?
Reid Ross Classical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Reid Ross Classical High School part of?
Reid Ross Classical High School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
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