Serving 568 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 15:1 is equal to 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 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: North Stanly High serves the northern part of New London, NC, covering an area of approximately 142.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Stanly High School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1156 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
85-89%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Comet Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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 86.5%.
How many students attend North Stanly High School?
568 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, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Stanly High School?
North Stanly High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to 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.
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