Roanoke Rapids High School is a public high school in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.
Serving 819 students in grades 9-12, Roanoke Rapids 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 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roanoke Rapids High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roanoke Rapids High School's student population of 819 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Roanoke Rapids High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roanoke Rapids High School is 0.61, 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
#1673 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
30%
25%
White
54%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jacket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roanoke Rapids High School's ranking?
Roanoke Rapids High School is ranked #1673 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Roanoke Rapids High School often compared to?
Roanoke Rapids High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Halifax Collegiate And Technic by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roanoke Rapids High School?
The graduation rate of Roanoke Rapids High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Roanoke Rapids High School?
819 students attend Roanoke Rapids High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Roanoke Rapids High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roanoke Rapids High School?
Roanoke Rapids High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Roanoke Rapids High School offer ?
Roanoke Rapids High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roanoke Rapids High School part of?
Roanoke Rapids High School is part of Roanoke Rapids City Schools School District.
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