Serving 1,981 students in grades 9-12, Overhills 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,981 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Overhills High serves the southwest part of Spring Lake, NC, covering an area of approximately 110.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overhills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Overhills High School's student population of 1,981 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,981 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Overhills 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 Overhills High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#981 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overhills High School's ranking?
Overhills High School is ranked #981 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Overhills High School often compared to?
Overhills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Harnett High School, Pine Forest High School, Harnett Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Overhills High School?
The graduation rate of Overhills High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Overhills High School?
1,981 students attend Overhills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Overhills High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overhills High School?
Overhills High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Overhills High School offer ?
Overhills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Overhills High School part of?
Overhills High School is part of Harnett County Schools.
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