South Iredell High School is a public school located near Troutman, North Carolina and is part of the Iredell-Statesville school system. South Iredell High is designated an Expected Growth School of Distinction by the North Carolina ABCs Accountability program.
Serving 1,768 students in grades 9-12, South Iredell High School ranks in the top 20% 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 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 1,768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Iredell High serves the southern part of Statesville, NC, covering an area of approximately 93.8 square miles. Most students live within a 10 to 15-minute drive, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the school, and the furthest edge reaching up to 10.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Iredell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Iredell High School's student population of 1,768 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,768 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Rankings
South Iredell High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Iredell 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
#327 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)71%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
89%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Iredell High School's ranking?
South Iredell High School is ranked #327 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Iredell High School often compared to?
South Iredell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Norman High School, Mooresville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Iredell High School?
The graduation rate of South Iredell High School is 89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend South Iredell High School?
1,768 students attend South Iredell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of South Iredell High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Iredell High School?
South Iredell High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Iredell High School offer ?
South Iredell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Iredell High School part of?
South Iredell High School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools.
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