Serving 776 students in grades 9-12, West Stokes 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 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than 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 13% 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: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Stokes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Stokes High School's student population of 776 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
West Stokes 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 West Stokes High School is 0.24, 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
#319 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
87%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Stokes High School's ranking?
West Stokes High School is ranked #319 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Stokes High School often compared to?
West Stokes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Stokes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Stokes High School?
The graduation rate of West Stokes High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Stokes High School?
776 students attend West Stokes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Stokes High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Stokes High School?
West Stokes High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Stokes High School offer ?
West Stokes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Stokes High School part of?
West Stokes High School is part of Stokes County Schools School District.
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