Serving 1,462 students in grades 9-12, Union Pines High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 1,462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Pines High serves the eastern part of Cameron, NC, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 254.1 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of 10.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 17.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Pines High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Union Pines High School's student population of 1,462 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,462 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Union Pines 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 Union Pines High School is 0.48, 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
#409 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
90%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Pines High School's ranking?
Union Pines High School is ranked #409 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Union Pines High School often compared to?
Union Pines High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union Pines High School?
The graduation rate of Union Pines High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Union Pines High School?
1,462 students attend Union Pines High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Union Pines High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Pines High School?
Union Pines High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Union Pines High School offer ?
Union Pines High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Pines High School part of?
Union Pines High School is part of Moore County Schools.
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