South Stokes High School

1100 S Stokes High Drive
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 538 students in grades 9-12, South Stokes High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 538 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Stokes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

South Stokes High School's student population of 538 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

South Stokes High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Stokes High School is 0.26, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#741 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(21-22)
75-79%
51%
45-49%
50%
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
5%
24%
White
86%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.26
(21-22)
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Stokes High School's ranking?
South Stokes High School is ranked #741 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Stokes High School often compared to?
South Stokes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Stokes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Stokes High School?
The graduation rate of South Stokes High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Stokes High School?
538 students attend South Stokes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of South Stokes High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Stokes High School?
South 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 South Stokes High School offer ?
South Stokes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Stokes High School part of?
South Stokes High School is part of Stokes County Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 538 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : 85-89% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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