Serving 776 students in grades 9-12, Ledford Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 776 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ledford Senior High serves the northeast part of Thomasville, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 56.5 square miles, where most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 6.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ledford Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ledford Senior High School's student population of 776 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
776 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ledford Senior 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 Ledford Senior 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
#264 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Silver
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ledford Senior High School's ranking?
Ledford Senior High School is ranked #264 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ledford Senior High School often compared to?
Ledford Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomasville High School, East Davidson High School, Oak Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ledford Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Ledford Senior High School is 85%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Ledford Senior High School?
776 students attend Ledford Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ledford Senior High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ledford Senior High School?
Ledford Senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ledford Senior High School offer ?
Ledford Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ledford Senior High School part of?
Ledford Senior High School is part of Davidson County Schools.
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