Serving 130 students in grades 9-12, Alger B. Wilkins 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 <50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alger B. Wilkins High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alger B. Wilkins High School's student population of 130 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alger B. Wilkins 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 Alger B. Wilkins High School is 0.42, 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
#2013 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
75%
25%
White
11%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alger B. Wilkins High School's ranking?
Alger B. Wilkins High School is ranked #2013 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Alger B. Wilkins High School often compared to?
Alger B. Wilkins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cape Fear High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alger B. Wilkins High School?
The graduation rate of Alger B. Wilkins High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Alger B. Wilkins High School?
130 students attend Alger B. Wilkins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Alger B. Wilkins High School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alger B. Wilkins High School?
Alger B. Wilkins High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alger B. Wilkins High School offer ?
Alger B. Wilkins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alger B. Wilkins High School part of?
Alger B. Wilkins High School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Alger B. Wilkins High School located?
Alger B. Wilkins High School is located in the Terry Sanford neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Terry Sanford.
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