Serving 280 students in grades 9-12, North Stokes High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Stokes High serves the northern part of Danbury, NC, covering an expansive area of approximately 230.5 square miles, with most students living within a 15-20 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 10.1 miles, reaching up to 15.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Stokes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Stokes High School's student population of 280 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Stokes 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 North Stokes High School is 0.19, 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
#393 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
3%
24%
White
90%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Stokes High School's ranking?
North Stokes High School is ranked #393 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Stokes High School often compared to?
North Stokes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Stokes High School, West Stokes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Stokes High School?
The graduation rate of North Stokes High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend North Stokes High School?
280 students attend North Stokes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Stokes High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Stokes High School?
North Stokes High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Stokes High School offer ?
North Stokes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Stokes High School part of?
North Stokes High School is part of Stokes County Schools.
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