Stuart W. Cramer High School is a public high school in the Gaston County Schools district located in Cramerton, North Carolina. Its attendance range covers the central portion of eastern Gaston County and includes all of the towns of Cramerton and McAdenville and portions of Belmont and Mount Holly.
Serving 953 students in grades 9-12, Stuart W Cramer High School ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 953 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stuart W Cramer High serves the eastern part of Belmont, NC, covering an area of approximately 22.3 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stuart W Cramer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Stuart W Cramer High School's student population of 953 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
953 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stuart W Cramer 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 Stuart W Cramer 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
#350 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Purple, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stuart W Cramer High School's ranking?
Stuart W Cramer High School is ranked #350 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Stuart W Cramer High School often compared to?
Stuart W Cramer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Point High School, East Gaston 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 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stuart W Cramer High School?
The graduation rate of Stuart W Cramer High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Stuart W Cramer High School?
953 students attend Stuart W Cramer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Stuart W Cramer High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stuart W Cramer High School?
Stuart W Cramer High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stuart W Cramer High School offer ?
Stuart W Cramer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stuart W Cramer High School part of?
Stuart W Cramer High School is part of Gaston County Schools.
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