Serving 39 students in grades 9-12, Ramsey Street 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 <50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramsey Street High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ramsey Street High School's student population of 39 students has grown by 3800% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
39 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Ramsey Street 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 Ramsey Street High School is 0.52, 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
#1931 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
67%
24%
White
15%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramsey Street High School's ranking?
Ramsey Street High School is ranked #1931 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ramsey Street High School?
The graduation rate of Ramsey Street High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ramsey Street High School?
39 students attend Ramsey Street High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Ramsey Street High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ramsey Street High School?
Ramsey Street High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ramsey Street High School offer ?
Ramsey Street High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ramsey Street High School part of?
Ramsey Street High School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Ramsey Street High School located?
Ramsey Street High School is located in the Terry Sanford neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Terry Sanford.
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