Serving 81 students in grades 6-12, South Providence 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 6-9% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Providence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Providence's student population of 81 students has grown by 107% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
81 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Providence 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 South Providence 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
#2603 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
45%
25%
White
30%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Providence's ranking?
South Providence is ranked #2603 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Providence often compared to?
South Providenceis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Providence?
The graduation rate of South Providence is 21-39%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Providence?
81 students attend South Providence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of South Providence students are Black, 30% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Providence?
South Providence has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Providence offer ?
South Providence offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is South Providence part of?
South Providence is part of Union County School District.
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