Serving 1,670 students in grades 9-12, Porter Ridge High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porter Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Porter Ridge High School's student population of 1,670 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Porter Ridge High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Porter Ridge High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Ridge High School's ranking?
Porter Ridge High School is ranked #204 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Porter Ridge High School often compared to?
Porter Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piedmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Porter Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Porter Ridge High School is 91%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Porter Ridge High School?
1,670 students attend Porter Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Porter Ridge High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porter Ridge High School?
Porter Ridge High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porter Ridge High School offer ?
Porter Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Porter Ridge High School part of?
Porter Ridge High School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/23/2013
Wide variety of extracurricular activities available to students; including athletics and the arts. Academically, one of the best ranked in the state.
5 5/11/2009
The BEST in Union County! Quality teachers, an open and easily accessible leader in Sam Basden, a good website that is parent friendly. My son couldn't be in better hands!
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