Serving 1,466 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 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Brunswick High serves the west part of its school district in Shallotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 345.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 15.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Brunswick High School's student population of 1,466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Today's Learner for Tomorrow's World
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 0.60, 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
#963 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
13%
24%
White
58%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)82%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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?
1,466 students attend West Brunswick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of West Brunswick High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% 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 16:1, 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.
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