Serving 24 students in grades 9-12, Ramsey Street 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 20-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramsey Street High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ramsey Street High School's student population of 24 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Ramsey Street 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 Ramsey Street High School is 0.45, 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
#1931 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
21%

Black
71%
25%

White
21%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
5%

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 Ramsey Street High School's ranking?
Ramsey Street High School is ranked #1931 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ramsey Street High School?
The graduation rate of Ramsey Street High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ramsey Street High School?
24 students attend Ramsey Street High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ramsey Street High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramsey Street High School?
Ramsey Street High School has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ramsey Street High School offer ?
Ramsey Street High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramsey Street High School part of?
Ramsey Street High School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ramsey Street High School located?
Ramsey Street 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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