Serving 1,148 students in grades 9-12, Cedar Ridge High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Ridge High serves the southern part of Hillsborough, NC, covering an area of approximately 138.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Ridge 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
Cedar Ridge High School's student population of 1,148 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,148 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedar Ridge High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Ridge High School is 0.65, 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
#254 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Ridge High School's ranking?
Cedar Ridge High School is ranked #254 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cedar Ridge High School often compared to?
Cedar Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orange High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cedar Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Cedar Ridge High School is 89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Cedar Ridge High School?
1,148 students attend Cedar Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Cedar Ridge High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Ridge High School?
Cedar Ridge High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cedar Ridge High School offer ?
Cedar Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cedar Ridge High School part of?
Cedar Ridge High School is part of Orange County Schools.
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