Serving 1,824 students in grades 9-12, South Garner 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 51% (which is equal to 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 86% 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: 1,824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Garner High School's student population of 1,824 students has grown by 149% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 121% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Garner 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 South Garner High School is 0.65, 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
#1225 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Black
48%
25%
White
14%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Garner High School's ranking?
South Garner High School is ranked #1225 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% 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 South Garner High School?
The graduation rate of South Garner High School is 89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Garner High School?
1,824 students attend South Garner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of South Garner High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Garner High School?
South Garner High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Garner High School offer ?
South Garner High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Garner High School part of?
South Garner High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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