Serving 864 students in grades 9-12, East Duplin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 864 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Duplin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Duplin High School's student population of 864 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
864 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Service, Character, Achievement
School Rankings
East Duplin 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 East Duplin High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1020 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
45%
22%
Black
10%
24%
White
41%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Duplin High School's ranking?
East Duplin High School is ranked #1020 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Duplin High School often compared to?
East Duplin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Kenan High School, Wallace-rose Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Duplin High School?
The graduation rate of East Duplin High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend East Duplin High School?
864 students attend East Duplin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of East Duplin High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Duplin High School?
East Duplin High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Duplin High School offer ?
East Duplin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Duplin High School part of?
East Duplin High School is part of Duplin County Schools.
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