Serving 1,065 students in grades 9-12, James Hunt 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,065 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Hunt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
James Hunt High School's student population of 1,065 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,065 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Hunt 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 James Hunt High School is 0.69, 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
#421 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
37%
25%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
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 James Hunt High School's ranking?
James Hunt High School is ranked #421 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are James Hunt High School often compared to?
James Hunt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fike High School, Beddingfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of James Hunt High School?
The graduation rate of James Hunt High School is 79%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend James Hunt High School?
1,065 students attend James Hunt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of James Hunt High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Hunt High School?
James Hunt High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Hunt High School offer ?
James Hunt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is James Hunt High School part of?
James Hunt High School is part of Wilson County Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 11/2/2018
The stuff is to 90 percent on a power trip...there are very few who will actually listen to the students opinions or there side of there story...They expect respect from there students but don't model it them selves...This school is getting away with to much....how they operate.
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