Serving 811 students in grades 9-12, Southwestern Randolph 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 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwestern Randolph High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Southwestern Randolph High School's student population of 811 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwestern Randolph 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 Southwestern Randolph High School is 0.49, 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
#1502 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
28%
21%
Black
2%
25%
White
66%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Southwestern Randolph High School's ranking?
Southwestern Randolph High School is ranked #1502 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Southwestern Randolph High School often compared to?
Southwestern Randolph High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Uwharrie Charter Academy, Asheboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwestern Randolph High School?
The graduation rate of Southwestern Randolph High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Southwestern Randolph High School?
811 students attend Southwestern Randolph High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Southwestern Randolph High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwestern Randolph High School?
Southwestern Randolph High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwestern Randolph High School offer ?
Southwestern Randolph High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwestern Randolph High School part of?
Southwestern Randolph High School is part of Randolph County School System School District.
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