South Brunswick High School is a high school within the Brunswick County School District in Southport, North Carolina. The current principal is Dr. Brad Lewis. The school is currently the smallest of the three traditional high schools in Brunswick County Schools.
Serving 1,182 students in grades 9-12, South Brunswick 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 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Brunswick High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Brunswick High School's student population of 1,182 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
South Brunswick 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 Brunswick High School is 0.39, 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
#576 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
9%
25%
White
77%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
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 Brunswick High School's ranking?
South Brunswick High School is ranked #576 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Brunswick High School often compared to?
South Brunswick High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Brunswick High School, West Brunswick High School, Brunswick County Early College 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Brunswick High School?
The graduation rate of South Brunswick High School is 89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend South Brunswick High School?
1,182 students attend South Brunswick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of South Brunswick High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Brunswick High School?
South Brunswick High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Brunswick High School offer ?
South Brunswick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Brunswick High School part of?
South Brunswick High School is part of Brunswick County Schools School District.
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