South Central High School is a public high school in Winterville, North Carolina. It is the sixth high school in Pitt County's school system.
Serving 1,738 students in grades 9-12, South Central ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 1,738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Central's student population of 1,738 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,738 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Black, Maroon
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
South Central 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 South Central is 0.53, 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
#1269 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
65%
24%
White
20%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)75%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Central's ranking?
South Central is ranked #1269 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Central often compared to?
South Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Junius H Rose High School, D H Conley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Central?
The graduation rate of South Central is 75%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Central?
1,738 students attend South Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of South Central students are Black, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Central?
South Central has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Central offer ?
South Central offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Central part of?
South Central is part of Pitt County Schools.
School Reviews
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