Serving 624 students in grades 9-12, Providence Grove 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Providence Grove High School's student population of 624 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Providence Grove 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 Providence Grove High School is 0.47, 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
#963 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
17%
21%

Black
5%
25%

White
71%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Providence Grove High School's ranking?
Providence Grove High School is ranked #963 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Providence Grove High School often compared to?
Providence Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Randolph High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Providence Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Providence Grove High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Providence Grove High School?
624 students attend Providence Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Providence Grove High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Providence Grove High School?
Providence Grove High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Providence Grove High School offer ?
Providence Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Providence Grove High School part of?
Providence Grove High School is part of Randolph County School System School District.
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