Serving 393 students in grades 9-12, Northside High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (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 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Northside High School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Northside 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 Northside High School is 0.48, 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
#823 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
14%
25%
White
70%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
4%
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 Northside High School's ranking?
Northside High School is ranked #823 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northside High School often compared to?
Northside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside High School, Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% 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 Northside High School?
The graduation rate of Northside High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northside High School?
393 students attend Northside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Northside High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside High School?
Northside High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northside High School offer ?
Northside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside High School part of?
Northside High School is part of Beaufort County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2011
its a good school. good sports. the awards are okay. rooms are nice and neat. they get the parents involved when we get in trouble or anything else.
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