West Brunswick High School

550 Whiteville Road Nw
Shallotte, NC 28470
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,512 students in grades 9-12, West Brunswick 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 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,512 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : 82% (Btm 50% in NC)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Brunswick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

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Attribute

School Overview

West Brunswick High School's student population of 1,512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers

School Rankings

West Brunswick 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 Brunswick High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#963 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
55-59%
51%
52%
50%
56%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
15%
25%
White
57%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
82%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Brunswick High School's ranking?
West Brunswick High School is ranked #963 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Brunswick High School often compared to?
West Brunswick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Brunswick High School, North Brunswick High School 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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Brunswick High School?
The graduation rate of West Brunswick High School is 82%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Brunswick High School?
1,512 students attend West Brunswick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Brunswick High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% 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 West Brunswick High School?
West Brunswick High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Brunswick High School offer ?
West Brunswick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Brunswick High School part of?
West Brunswick High School is part of Brunswick County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,512 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : 82% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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