Serving 538 students in grades 9-12, South Stokes High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (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 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Stokes High serves the southeastern part of Walnut Cove, NC, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 160.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 9.3 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 12.9 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Stokes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Stokes High School's student population of 538 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
South Stokes High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Stokes High School is 0.26, 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
#741 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
85-89%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Stokes High School's ranking?
South Stokes High School is ranked #741 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Stokes High School often compared to?
South Stokes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Stokes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Stokes High School?
The graduation rate of South Stokes High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend South Stokes High School?
538 students attend South Stokes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of South Stokes High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Stokes High School?
South Stokes 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 Stokes High School offer ?
South Stokes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Stokes High School part of?
South Stokes High School is part of Stokes County Schools.
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