Serving 1,675 students in grades 9-12, South Iredell High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Iredell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Iredell High School's student population of 1,675 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
South Iredell High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Iredell High School is 0.57, 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
#327 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
12%
25%
White
62%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Iredell High School's ranking?
South Iredell High School is ranked #327 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Iredell High School often compared to?
South Iredell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mooresville High School, Lake Norman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Iredell High School?
The graduation rate of South Iredell High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Iredell High School?
1,675 students attend South Iredell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of South Iredell High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Iredell High School?
South Iredell High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Iredell High School offer ?
South Iredell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Iredell High School part of?
South Iredell High School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools School District.
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