Corinth Holders High School

6875 Applewhite Rd
Wendell, NC 27591
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 2,187 students in grades 9-12, Corinth Holders 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 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 2,187 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : 93% (Top 20% in NC)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 74% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Btm 50%)
  • : Corinth Holders High serves the northern part of Wendell, NC, covering an area of approximately 112.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9.2 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Corinth Holders High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Corinth Holders High School's student population of 2,187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,187 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers

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Year Founded
2010

School Rankings

Corinth Holders 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 Corinth Holders High School is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#477 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)

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(21-22)
74%
51%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data

60%
50%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data

56%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Asian
2%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data

Hispanic
22%
22%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Black
17%
24%

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White
55%
42%

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Two or more races
4%
6%

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All Ethnic Groups
45%
0.62

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

93%
86.5%

Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data

(22-23)
29.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%

Showing 2015–2024. View full 14-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Corinth Holders High School's ranking?
Corinth Holders High School is ranked #477 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Corinth Holders High School often compared to?
Corinth Holders High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Corinth Holders High School?
The graduation rate of Corinth Holders High School is 93%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Corinth Holders High School?
2,187 students attend Corinth Holders High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Corinth Holders High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corinth Holders High School?
Corinth Holders High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Corinth Holders High School offer ?
Corinth Holders High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corinth Holders High School part of?
Corinth Holders High School is part of Johnston County School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,187 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : 93% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 74% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Btm 50%)
  • : Corinth Holders High serves the northern part of Wendell, NC, covering an area of approximately 112.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9.2 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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