Serving 1,235 students in grades 9-12, Southern Lee 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 43% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Lee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southern Lee High School's student population of 1,235 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Lee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Lee High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1226 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
38%
20%
Black
19%
25%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Lee High School's ranking?
Southern Lee High School is ranked #1226 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Southern Lee High School often compared to?
Southern Lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lee County High School, Lee Early College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Lee High School?
The graduation rate of Southern Lee High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Southern Lee High School?
1,235 students attend Southern Lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Southern Lee High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Lee High School?
Southern Lee High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southern Lee High School offer ?
Southern Lee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southern Lee High School part of?
Southern Lee High School is part of Lee County Schools School District.
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