Rosewood High School is a high school for grades 9–12, located in Rosewood near Goldsboro, North Carolina, USA. Part of the Wayne County School System, the school operates on a block schedule with four classes taken each semester. Rosewood currently employs 66 staff members for approximately 600 students.
Serving 460 students in grades 9-12, Rosewood 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rosewood High serves the northwest section of Goldsboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 46.8 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosewood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rosewood High School's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rosewood 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 Rosewood High School is 0.59, 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
#1065 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-59%
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)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosewood High School's ranking?
Rosewood High School is ranked #1065 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rosewood High School often compared to?
Rosewood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Wayne High School, Spring Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% 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 Rosewood High School?
The graduation rate of Rosewood High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Rosewood High School?
460 students attend Rosewood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Rosewood High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosewood High School?
Rosewood High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rosewood High School offer ?
Rosewood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosewood High School part of?
Rosewood High School is part of Wayne County School District.
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