Serving 2,321 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 2,321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rolesville High serves the northeast part of its school district in Rolesville, NC, covering an area of approximately 53.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rolesville High School's student population of 2,321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2013
School Rankings
Rolesville 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 Rolesville High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1046 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Silver
School Mascot
Rams
Source: 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 #1046 out of 2,617 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rolesville High School?
The graduation rate of Rolesville High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Rolesville High School?
2,321 students attend Rolesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Rolesville High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 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 15:1.
What grades does Rolesville High School offer ?
Rolesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rolesville High School part of?
Rolesville High School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Rolesville High School located?
Rolesville High School is located in the Bristol Park neighborhood of Rolesville, NC.
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