South Caldwell High School is a public high school in Hudson, North Carolina. It is a part of the Caldwell County Schools district.
Serving 1,299 students in grades 9-12, South Caldwell High School ranks in the top 30% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Caldwell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Caldwell High School's student population of 1,299 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1977
Colors
White, Maroon, Silver
School Rankings
South Caldwell High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Caldwell High School is 0.30, 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
#575 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
83%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Caldwell High School's ranking?
South Caldwell High School is ranked #575 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Caldwell High School often compared to?
South Caldwell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Caldwell High School, Hibriten High School, Watauga High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Caldwell High School?
The graduation rate of South Caldwell High School is 86%, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Caldwell High School?
1,299 students attend South Caldwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of South Caldwell High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Caldwell High School?
South Caldwell High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Caldwell High School offer ?
South Caldwell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Caldwell High School part of?
South Caldwell High School is part of Caldwell County Schools School District.
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