Serving 971 students in grades 9-12, South Rowan High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Rowan High School's student population of 971 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
971 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Rowan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Rowan High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1740 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
6%
25%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Rowan High School's ranking?
South Rowan High School is ranked #1740 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Rowan High School often compared to?
South Rowan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Rowan High School, Carson High School, Salisbury High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Rowan High School?
The graduation rate of South Rowan High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend South Rowan High School?
971 students attend South Rowan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of South Rowan High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Rowan High School?
South Rowan High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Rowan High School offer ?
South Rowan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Rowan High School part of?
South Rowan High School is part of Rowan-Salisbury Schools School District.
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