Serving 828 students in grades 9-12, Clinton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clinton High's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Clinton, NC, encompassing approximately 73.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clinton High School's student population of 828 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
828 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clinton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton High School is 0.71, 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
#1115 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
78%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
Showing 2006–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton High School's ranking?
Clinton High School is ranked #1115 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Clinton High School often compared to?
Clinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hobbton High School, Midway High School, Sampson Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clinton High School?
The graduation rate of Clinton High School is 78%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Clinton High School?
828 students attend Clinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Clinton High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton High School?
Clinton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clinton High School offer ?
Clinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clinton High School part of?
Clinton High School is part of Clinton City Schools.
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