South Iredell High School is a public school located near Troutman, North Carolina and is part of the Iredell-Statesville school system. South Iredell High is designated an Expected Growth School of Distinction by the North Carolina ABCs Accountability program.
Serving 795 students in grades 9-12, West Iredell 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 40-44% (which is lower 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Iredell High School's student population of 795 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Iredell 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 Iredell High School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1273 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
16%
25%
White
55%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Iredell High School's ranking?
West Iredell High School is ranked #1273 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Iredell High School often compared to?
West Iredell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Iredell High School, Statesville High School, North Iredell 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Iredell High School?
The graduation rate of West Iredell High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Iredell High School?
795 students attend West Iredell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of West Iredell High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Iredell High School?
West Iredell 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 Iredell High School offer ?
West Iredell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Iredell High School part of?
West Iredell High School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools School District.
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