Serving 1,441 students in grades 9-12, Jacksonville 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 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jacksonville High serves the northern part of Jacksonville, NC, covering an area of approximately 26.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the school's edge and a maximum of 7.3 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jacksonville High School's student population of 1,441 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,441 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jacksonville High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonville High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonville High School's ranking?
Jacksonville High School is ranked #420 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jacksonville High School often compared to?
Jacksonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside High School, Dixon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacksonville High School?
The graduation rate of Jacksonville High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Jacksonville High School?
1,441 students attend Jacksonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Jacksonville High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacksonville High School?
Jacksonville High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jacksonville High School offer ?
Jacksonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jacksonville High School part of?
Jacksonville High School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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