Serving 1,226 students in grades 9-12, White Oak High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Oak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
White Oak High School's student population of 1,226 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
White Oak High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Oak High School is 0.70, 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
#863 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
21%
25%
White
46%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 is White Oak High School's ranking?
White Oak High School is ranked #863 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are White Oak High School often compared to?
White Oak High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swansboro High School, Northside High School, Jacksonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of White Oak High School?
The graduation rate of White Oak High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend White Oak High School?
1,226 students attend White Oak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of White Oak High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Oak High School?
White Oak High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does White Oak High School offer ?
White Oak High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is White Oak High School part of?
White Oak High School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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