Serving 720 students in grades 9-12, West Bladen 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 55-59% (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 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Bladen High serves the western part of Bladenboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 304.9 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of 10.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge is located about 16.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Bladen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Bladen High School's student population of 720 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
720 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students by providing the necessary skills for excellence in a diverse world.
School Rankings
West Bladen High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Bladen High School is 0.68, 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
#1115 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
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)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 12-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 West Bladen High School's ranking?
West Bladen High School is ranked #1115 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Bladen High School often compared to?
West Bladen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul R. Brown Leadership Academy, Bladen Early College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 West Bladen High School?
The graduation rate of West Bladen High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend West Bladen High School?
720 students attend West Bladen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of West Bladen High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Bladen High School?
West Bladen High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Bladen High School offer ?
West Bladen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Bladen High School part of?
West Bladen High School is part of Bladen County Schools.
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