South Lenoir High School is located in Deep Run, North Carolina, USA. It is part of the Lenoir County Public School system. Its principal is Elizabeth P. Pierce.
Serving 721 students in grades 9-12, South Lenoir High School ranks in the top 50% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Lenoir High serves the southern part of Deep Run, NC, covering an area of approximately 188.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lenoir High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Lenoir High School's student population of 721 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Rankings
South Lenoir 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 South Lenoir High School is 0.63, 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
#792 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
16%
24%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devils
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lenoir High School's ranking?
South Lenoir High School is ranked #792 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Lenoir High School often compared to?
South Lenoir High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Lenoir High School, Kinston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Lenoir High School?
The graduation rate of South Lenoir High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Lenoir High School?
721 students attend South Lenoir High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of South Lenoir High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Lenoir High School?
South Lenoir High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Lenoir High School offer ?
South Lenoir High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Lenoir High School part of?
South Lenoir High School is part of Lenoir County School District.
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