Greene Central High School is a public high school located in Greene County, North Carolina. The middle school feeding upcoming students into Greene Central is Greene County Middle School. The school mascot is the Ram. It is one of five schools of the Greene County School System.
Serving 773 students in grades 9-12, Greene Central 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 30-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greene Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greene Central High School's student population of 773 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Greene Central 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 Greene Central High School is 0.69, 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
#2119 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
30%
21%
Black
39%
25%
White
27%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ram
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greene Central High School's ranking?
Greene Central High School is ranked #2119 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Greene Central High School often compared to?
Greene Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greene Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greene Central High School?
The graduation rate of Greene Central High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Greene Central High School?
773 students attend Greene Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Greene Central High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greene Central High School?
Greene Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Greene Central High School offer ?
Greene Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greene Central High School part of?
Greene Central High School is part of Greene County Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 2/6/2011
Alternative education is lacking in every aspect. Minimal communication from teachers to parents/guardians. Biased discipline. Lack of communication between alternative school and regular high school.
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