Serving 216 students in grades 9-12, Reid Ross Classical High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reid Ross Classical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Reid Ross Classical High School's student population of 216 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Reid Ross Classical 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 Reid Ross Classical High School is 0.54, 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
#319 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
66%
25%
White
13%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
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 Reid Ross Classical High School's ranking?
Reid Ross Classical High School is ranked #319 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Reid Ross Classical High School often compared to?
Reid Ross Classical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Forest High School, Massey Hill Classical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reid Ross Classical High School?
The graduation rate of Reid Ross Classical High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Reid Ross Classical High School?
216 students attend Reid Ross Classical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Reid Ross Classical High School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reid Ross Classical High School?
Reid Ross Classical High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Reid Ross Classical High School offer ?
Reid Ross Classical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reid Ross Classical High School part of?
Reid Ross Classical High School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
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