Northwood High School is located in Pittsboro, Chatham County, North Carolina, United States. The school is the largest of three high schools in Chatham County and is operated by Chatham County Schools. The school's mascot is the Charger and the school colors are gold and green.
Serving 634 students in grades 9-12, Northwood High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwood High School's student population of 634 students has declined by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwood High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwood High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#418 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
16%
24%
White
61%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chargers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood High School's ranking?
Northwood High School is ranked #418 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Northwood High School often compared to?
Northwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatham Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwood High School?
The graduation rate of Northwood High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northwood High School?
634 students attend Northwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Northwood High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwood High School?
Northwood High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwood High School offer ?
Northwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwood High School part of?
Northwood High School is part of Chatham County Schools.
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