Jordan-Matthews High School is found in Siler City, North Carolina. This high school is a 2-A classification with about 840 students and 80 staff members. It is often referred to as J-M. Its county rivals include Chatham Central High School, and Northwood High School.
Serving 875 students in grades 9-12, Jordan Matthews 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 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jordan Matthews High School's student population of 875 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
875 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Colors
Blue, Royal blue, Gold
School Rankings
Jordan Matthews 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 Jordan Matthews High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1469 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
67%
21%
Black
12%
25%
White
17%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan Matthews High School's ranking?
Jordan Matthews High School is ranked #1469 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jordan Matthews High School often compared to?
Jordan Matthews High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatham Central High School, Northwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jordan Matthews High School?
The graduation rate of Jordan Matthews High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Jordan Matthews High School?
875 students attend Jordan Matthews High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jordan Matthews High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jordan Matthews High School?
Jordan Matthews High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jordan Matthews High School offer ?
Jordan Matthews High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jordan Matthews High School part of?
Jordan Matthews High School is part of Chatham County Schools School District.
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