Serving 578 students in grades 9-12, North Stanly High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Stanly High School's student population of 578 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
North Stanly 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 North Stanly High School is 0.46, 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
#1156 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
12%
25%
White
72%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 North Stanly High School's ranking?
North Stanly High School is ranked #1156 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Stanly High School often compared to?
North Stanly High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albemarle High School, West Stanly High School, South Stanly High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Stanly High School?
The graduation rate of North Stanly High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Stanly High School?
578 students attend North Stanly High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of North Stanly High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Stanly High School?
North Stanly High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Stanly High School offer ?
North Stanly High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Stanly High School part of?
North Stanly High School is part of Stanly County Schools School District.
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