Serving 1,646 students in grades 9-12, East Wake 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Wake High School's student population of 1,646 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Wake 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 East Wake High School is 0.68, 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
#1455 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
42%
25%
White
19%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Wake High School's ranking?
East Wake High School is ranked #1455 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Wake High School often compared to?
East Wake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Enloe High School, Knightdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Wake High School?
The graduation rate of East Wake High School is 85%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend East Wake High School?
1,646 students attend East Wake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of East Wake High School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Wake High School?
East Wake High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Wake High School offer ?
East Wake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Wake High School part of?
East Wake High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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