Serving 253 students in grades 9-12, Central Wake High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 6-9% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Wake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Central Wake High School's student population of 253 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Central Wake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Wake High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2468 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
40%
21%
Black
47%
25%
White
10%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6-9%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Wake High School's ranking?
Central Wake High School is ranked #2468 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Central Wake High School often compared to?
Central Wake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads Flex by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Wake High School?
The graduation rate of Central Wake High School is 6-9%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Central Wake High School?
253 students attend Central Wake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Central Wake High School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Wake High School?
Central Wake High School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Wake High School offer ?
Central Wake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Wake High School part of?
Central Wake High School is part of Central Wake Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Wake High School located?
Central Wake High School is located in the Southeast Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Southeast Raleigh.
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