Serving 1,176 students in grades 9-12, Saint Stephens 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 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Stephens High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Saint Stephens High School's student population of 1,176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saint Stephens 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 Saint Stephens High School is 0.63, 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
#383 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
6%
25%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Saint Stephens High School's ranking?
Saint Stephens High School is ranked #383 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Saint Stephens High School often compared to?
Saint Stephens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory High School, Newton-conover High School, Fred T Foard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saint Stephens High School?
The graduation rate of Saint Stephens High School is 85%, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Saint Stephens High School?
1,176 students attend Saint Stephens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Saint Stephens High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saint Stephens High School?
Saint Stephens High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saint Stephens High School offer ?
Saint Stephens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Saint Stephens High School part of?
Saint Stephens High School is part of Catawba County Schools School District.
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