Wayne School of Engineering is a high school in Goldsboro, North Carolina, USA. The school currently serves grades 6–13. Wayne School of Engineering selects students through an application process which all rising 6th graders in Wayne County are eligible for. The school opened August 8, 2007.
Serving 482 students in grades 6-13, Wayne School Of Engineering ranks in the top 10% 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 82% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-13
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The Wayne School of Engineering's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Goldsboro, NC, encompassing approximately 557.7 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne School Of Engineering ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wayne School Of Engineering's student population of 482 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Wayne School Of Engineering ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne School Of Engineering is 0.61, 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
#137 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)82%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
18%
24%
White
58%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Silver, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne School Of Engineering's ranking?
Wayne School Of Engineering is ranked #137 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wayne School Of Engineering often compared to?
Wayne School Of Engineeringis often viewed alongside schools like Wayne Early / Middle College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wayne School Of Engineering?
The graduation rate of Wayne School Of Engineering is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Wayne School Of Engineering?
482 students attend Wayne School Of Engineering.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wayne School Of Engineering students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne School Of Engineering?
Wayne School Of Engineering has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wayne School Of Engineering offer ?
Wayne School Of Engineering offers enrollment in grades 6-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne School Of Engineering part of?
Wayne School Of Engineering is part of Wayne County School District.
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