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 767 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 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (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%)
- Attendance Zone: West Iredell High serves the west part of Statesville, NC, covering an area of approximately 107.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Iredell High School's student population of 767 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
767 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
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 0.66, 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
#1273 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)
40-44%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
78%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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 78%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend West Iredell High School?
767 students attend West Iredell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of West Iredell High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Iredell High School?
West Iredell High School has a student ration of 18:1, 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.
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