North Rowan High School, formerly Spencer High School and East Spencer High School, is located in the north eastern end of Rowan County in Spencer, North Carolina. It is part of the Rowan–Salisbury School System.
Serving 555 students in grades 9-12, North Rowan 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 21-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Rowan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
North Rowan High School's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
North Rowan 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 North Rowan High School is 0.70, 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
#2211 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)21-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
32%
22%
Black
39%
24%
White
21%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavaliers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Rowan High School's ranking?
North Rowan High School is ranked #2211 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Rowan High School often compared to?
North Rowan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salisbury High School, East Rowan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Rowan High School?
The graduation rate of North Rowan High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Rowan High School?
555 students attend North Rowan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of North Rowan High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Rowan High School?
North Rowan High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Rowan High School offer ?
North Rowan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Rowan High School part of?
North Rowan High School is part of Rowan-Salisbury Schools.
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