Serving 587 students in grades 9-12, Providence Grove 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Providence Grove High serves the northeast part of Climax, NC, covering an area of approximately 109.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest distances reaching up to 10.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Providence Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Providence Grove High School's student population of 587 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
587 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Students First in All We Do!
School Rankings
Providence Grove 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 Providence Grove High School is 0.42, 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
#963 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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)30.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Patriots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Providence Grove High School's ranking?
Providence Grove High School is ranked #963 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Providence Grove High School often compared to?
Providence Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Randolph High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Providence Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Providence Grove High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Providence Grove High School?
587 students attend Providence Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Providence Grove High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Providence Grove High School?
Providence Grove High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Providence Grove High School offer ?
Providence Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Providence Grove High School part of?
Providence Grove High School is part of Randolph County School System School District.
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