Serving 2,219 students in grades 9-12, Pinecrest 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 66% (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 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pinecrest High School's student population of 2,219 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest High School is 0.59, 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
#265 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
18%
25%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinecrest High School's ranking?
Pinecrest High School is ranked #265 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pinecrest High School often compared to?
Pinecrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Pines High School, North Moore High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% 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 Pinecrest High School?
The graduation rate of Pinecrest High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Pinecrest High School?
2,219 students attend Pinecrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pinecrest High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest High School?
Pinecrest High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pinecrest High School offer ?
Pinecrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pinecrest High School part of?
Pinecrest High School is part of Moore County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 12/5/2020
I am so glad to have discovered the supportive staff and administration at Pinecrest High School. The people who work here are bright and knowledgeable and actually care about the teenagers who attend. I am so glad we pulled our girls out of an expensive private school and now get a quality education for free!
5 3/21/2020
As a student at Pinecrest, the teachers are all very caring of the students and will take notice when something is wrong. There is so much opportunity here that it gives me a chance to really find myself and with the help of teachers, I've been so happy to be put in mind and get so much done!
2 7/4/2011
The level of caring about and teaching these children is sub-standard at best. It is obvious the teachers and admin collect there paycheck and move on. Teachers with tenure don't stay because the administration is faulty, and does not address issues with any sense of urgency. They discipline kids for playing or running, but don't moderate kids with pants around their knees. The whole system is part of the problem and the students pay the price.
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