Cleveland High School or CvHS is located in unincorporated Johnston County, North Carolina. It lies within the Cleveland community, with a postal address of Clayton. It was established during the 2010???011 school year. It is a public school which is part of Johnston County Schools.
Serving 1,889 students in grades 9-12, Cleveland High School ranks in the top 20% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 51% 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: 1,889 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cleveland High serves the northwest part of Clayton, NC, covering an area of approximately 54 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cleveland High School's student population of 1,889 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,889 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Rankings
Cleveland 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 Cleveland High School is 0.66, 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
#465 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80-84%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland High School's ranking?
Cleveland High School is ranked #465 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cleveland High School often compared to?
Cleveland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Johnston High School, Clayton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cleveland High School?
The graduation rate of Cleveland High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Cleveland High School?
1,889 students attend Cleveland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cleveland High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland High School?
Cleveland High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cleveland High School offer ?
Cleveland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleveland High School part of?
Cleveland High School is part of Johnston County School District.
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