Serving 467 students in grades 9-12, Hobbton High School ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 74% 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: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hobbton High serves the northern part of its school district in Newton Grove, NC, covering an area of approximately 215.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 15 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hobbton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hobbton High School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
Hobbton 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 Hobbton High School is 0.61, 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
#1189 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
75-79%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
5%
Showing 2005–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Mascot
The Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hobbton High School's ranking?
Hobbton High School is ranked #1189 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hobbton High School often compared to?
Hobbton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midway High School, Lakewood High School, Clinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hobbton High School?
The graduation rate of Hobbton High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Hobbton High School?
467 students attend Hobbton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hobbton High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hobbton High School?
Hobbton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hobbton High School offer ?
Hobbton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hobbton High School part of?
Hobbton High School is part of Sampson County Schools.
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