Serving 1,115 students in grades 9-12, James Hunt 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Hunt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
James Hunt High School's student population of 1,115 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Hunt 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 James Hunt High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1053 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
24%
21%
Black
35%
25%
White
35%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)81%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Hunt High School's ranking?
James Hunt High School is ranked #1053 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are James Hunt High School often compared to?
James Hunt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fike High School, Beddingfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of James Hunt High School?
The graduation rate of James Hunt High School is 81%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend James Hunt High School?
1,115 students attend James Hunt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of James Hunt High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Hunt High School?
James Hunt High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does James Hunt High School offer ?
James Hunt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Hunt High School part of?
James Hunt High School is part of Wilson County Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 11/2/2018
The stuff is to 90 percent on a power trip...there are very few who will actually listen to the students opinions or there side of there story...They expect respect from there students but don't model it them selves...This school is getting away with to much....how they operate.
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