Serving 2,024 students in grades 9-12, Overhills High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,024 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overhills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Overhills High School's student population of 2,024 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,024 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overhills High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Overhills High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#981 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
34%
25%
White
32%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Overhills High School's ranking?
Overhills High School is ranked #981 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Overhills High School often compared to?
Overhills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harnett Central High School, Pine Forest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Overhills High School?
The graduation rate of Overhills High School is 87%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Overhills High School?
2,024 students attend Overhills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Overhills High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Overhills High School?
Overhills High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Overhills High School offer ?
Overhills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Overhills High School part of?
Overhills High School is part of Harnett County Schools School District.
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