North Pitt High School is a high school located near the town of Bethel in Pitt County, North Carolina, United States.
Serving 867 students in grades 9-12, North Pitt High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Pitt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Pitt High School's student population of 867 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
867 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
North Pitt High School 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 North Pitt High School is 0.65, 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
#1163 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
32%
21%
Black
48%
25%
White
14%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Pitt High School's ranking?
North Pitt High School is ranked #1163 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Pitt High School often compared to?
North Pitt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Junius H Rose 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Pitt High School?
The graduation rate of North Pitt High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend North Pitt High School?
867 students attend North Pitt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of North Pitt High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Pitt High School?
North Pitt High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Pitt High School offer ?
North Pitt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Pitt High School part of?
North Pitt High School is part of Pitt County Schools School District.
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