Junius H. Rose High School is a public high school in Greenville, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Pitt County Schools district.
Serving 1,568 students in grades 9-12, Junius H Rose High School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junius H Rose High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Junius H Rose High School's student population of 1,568 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Columbia blue, Kelly green
School Calendar
School Motto
Where we Rise to every Opportunity and Succeed with Excellence
School Rankings
Junius H Rose High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junius H Rose High School is 0.64, 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
#686 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
50%
24%
White
33%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)73%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junius H Rose High School's ranking?
Junius H Rose High School is ranked #686 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Junius H Rose High School often compared to?
Junius H Rose High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like D H Conley High School, South Central by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Junius H Rose High School?
The graduation rate of Junius H Rose High School is 73%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Junius H Rose High School?
1,568 students attend Junius H Rose High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Junius H Rose High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junius H Rose High School?
Junius H Rose High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Junius H Rose High School offer ?
Junius H Rose High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junius H Rose High School part of?
Junius H Rose High School is part of Pitt County Schools.
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