Seaforth High School serves 1,035 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10% in NC)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seaforth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Seaforth High School's student population of 1,035 students has grown by 135% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 67% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,035 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Seaforth High School is 0.55, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
7%
25%
White
64%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 schools are Seaforth High School often compared to?
Seaforth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Seaforth High School?
1,035 students attend Seaforth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Seaforth High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Seaforth High School?
Seaforth High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Seaforth High School offer ?
Seaforth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Seaforth High School part of?
Seaforth High School is part of Chatham County Schools.
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