Serving 525 students in grades 9-12, East Bladen 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Bladen High serves the eastern part of its school district in Red Springs, NC, covering an extensive area of approximately 582.7 square miles, with most students living within a 20-30 minute drive to the school, and the furthest edge located about 22.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Bladen High School's student population of 525 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Bladen 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 East Bladen High School is 0.69, 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
#1761 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
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
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
85-89%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-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 East Bladen High School's ranking?
East Bladen High School is ranked #1761 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Bladen High School often compared to?
East Bladen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont High School, Lumberton Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Bladen High School?
The graduation rate of East Bladen High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend East Bladen High School?
525 students attend East Bladen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of East Bladen High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Bladen High School?
East Bladen High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Bladen High School offer ?
East Bladen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Bladen High School part of?
East Bladen High School is part of Bladen County Schools.
In what neighborhood is East Bladen High School located?
East Bladen High School is located in the Grays Creek neighborhood of Red Springs, NC.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The teaching is good, but...
Drug use is ridiculous. There is a scent of weed in the bathroom about 75% of the time I go in there. It doesn't matter how good their sports, parent involvement, OR facilities are when the majority of the kids there would rather get high than get an education. I think I should be able to use a bathroom without worrying about someone doing drugs.
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