Wilkes Central High School is a public high school located in Moravian Falls, North Carolina. It is a part of the Wilkes County Schools system. The school's enrollment is typically around 1,000 students.
Serving 719 students in grades 9-12, Wilkes Central High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilkes Central High serves the southern part of its school district in Wilkesboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 230 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundaries located up to 20.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkes Central 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
Wilkes Central High School's student population of 719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
719 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilkes Central 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 Wilkes Central High School is 0.65, 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
#393 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
27%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
51%
42%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Wilkes Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilkes Central High School's ranking?
Wilkes Central High School is ranked #393 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wilkes Central High School often compared to?
Wilkes Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Wilkes High School, North Wilkes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilkes Central High School?
The graduation rate of Wilkes Central High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Wilkes Central High School?
719 students attend Wilkes Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wilkes Central High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilkes Central High School?
Wilkes Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wilkes Central High School offer ?
Wilkes Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilkes Central High School part of?
Wilkes Central High School is part of Wilkes County Schools.
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