Serving 1,382 students in grades 9-12, South Caldwell 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 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Caldwell High School's student population of 1,382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Caldwell 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 South Caldwell High School is 0.29, 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
#801 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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 South Caldwell High School's ranking?
South Caldwell High School is ranked #801 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Caldwell High School often compared to?
South Caldwell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hibriten High School, West Caldwell High School, Watauga High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Caldwell High School?
The graduation rate of South Caldwell High School is 84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend South Caldwell High School?
1,382 students attend South Caldwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Caldwell High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Caldwell High School?
South Caldwell High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Caldwell High School offer ?
South Caldwell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Caldwell High School part of?
South Caldwell High School is part of Caldwell County Schools School District.
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