Serving 1,647 students in grades 9-12, South Iredell High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 1,647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Iredell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Iredell High School's student population of 1,647 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Iredell High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Iredell 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
#601 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
9%
25%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Iredell High School's ranking?
South Iredell High School is ranked #601 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Iredell High School often compared to?
South Iredell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mooresville High School, Lake Norman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Iredell High School?
The graduation rate of South Iredell High School is 86%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend South Iredell High School?
1,647 students attend South Iredell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South Iredell High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Iredell High School?
South Iredell High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Iredell High School offer ?
South Iredell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Iredell High School part of?
South Iredell High School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools School District.
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