Serving 1,409 students in grades 9-12, Union Pines High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 1,409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Pines High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Union Pines High School's student population of 1,409 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Mascot
Viking
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Union Pines 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 Union Pines High School is 0.50, 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
#409 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
8%
25%
White
69%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Union Pines High School's ranking?
Union Pines High School is ranked #409 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Union Pines High School often compared to?
Union Pines High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Union Pines High School?
The graduation rate of Union Pines High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Union Pines High School?
1,409 students attend Union Pines High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Union Pines High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Pines High School?
Union Pines High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Union Pines High School offer ?
Union Pines High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Pines High School part of?
Union Pines High School is part of Moore County Schools School District.
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