For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 764 students in Deep Run, NC.
The top-ranked public school in Deep Run, NC is South Lenoir High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Deep Run, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Deep Run have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Deep Run, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Lenoir High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3355 Old Hwy 11 South
Deep Run, NC 28525
(252) 568-6161
Deep Run, NC 28525
(252) 568-6161
Gr: 9-12 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Deep Run, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Deep Run, NC include South Lenoir High School.
How many public schools are located in Deep Run?
1 public schools are located in Deep Run.
What is the racial composition of students in Deep Run?
Deep Run public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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