Serving 2,484 students in grades 9-12, Rolesville 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 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rolesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rolesville High School's student population of 2,484 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rolesville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rolesville High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#896 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
35%
25%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolesville High School's ranking?
Rolesville High School is ranked #896 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rolesville High School often compared to?
Rolesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage High School, Wake Forest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rolesville High School?
The graduation rate of Rolesville High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Rolesville High School?
2,484 students attend Rolesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Rolesville High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rolesville High School?
Rolesville High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rolesville High School offer ?
Rolesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rolesville High School part of?
Rolesville High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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