Serving 568 students in grades 7-12, North Duplin Jr Sr 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 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Duplin Jr Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Duplin Jr Sr High School's student population of 568 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Duplin Jr Sr 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 North Duplin Jr Sr High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1892 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
53%
20%
Black
9%
25%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Duplin Jr Sr High School's ranking?
North Duplin Jr Sr High School is ranked #1892 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Duplin Jr Sr High School?
The graduation rate of North Duplin Jr Sr High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Duplin Jr Sr High School?
568 students attend North Duplin Jr Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of North Duplin Jr Sr High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Duplin Jr Sr High School?
North Duplin Jr Sr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Duplin Jr Sr High School offer ?
North Duplin Jr Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is North Duplin Jr Sr High School part of?
North Duplin Jr Sr High School is part of Duplin County Schools School District.
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