West Wilkes High School is a public high school located in Millers Creek, North Carolina. It is a part of the Wilkes County Schools system. The school's enrollment is typically around 700 students.
Serving 582 students in grades 9-12, West Wilkes High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Wilkes High serves the western part of its school district in Millers Creek, NC, covering an area of approximately 196.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Wilkes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Wilkes High School's student population of 582 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
582 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Wilkes High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Wilkes High School is 0.33, 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
#476 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)90-94%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
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 (22-23)
2%
3%
Showing 2009–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Blackhawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Wilkes High School's ranking?
West Wilkes High School is ranked #476 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Wilkes High School often compared to?
West Wilkes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilkes Central High School, Wilkes Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Wilkes High School?
The graduation rate of West Wilkes High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend West Wilkes High School?
582 students attend West Wilkes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Wilkes High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Wilkes High School?
West Wilkes High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Wilkes High School offer ?
West Wilkes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Wilkes High School part of?
West Wilkes High School is part of Wilkes County Schools.
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