Serving 881 students in grades 9-12, Jordan Matthews 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jordan Matthews High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jordan Matthews High School's student population of 881 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jordan Matthews High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jordan Matthews High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1081 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
63%
20%
Black
11%
25%
White
22%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan Matthews High School's ranking?
Jordan Matthews High School is ranked #1081 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jordan Matthews High School often compared to?
Jordan Matthews High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatham Central High School, Northwood 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 42% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jordan Matthews High School?
The graduation rate of Jordan Matthews High School is 85%, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Jordan Matthews High School?
881 students attend Jordan Matthews High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Jordan Matthews High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jordan Matthews High School?
Jordan Matthews High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jordan Matthews High School offer ?
Jordan Matthews High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jordan Matthews High School part of?
Jordan Matthews High School is part of Chatham County Schools School District.
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