At a glance
Reported students
1,272
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
66.67
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina high enrollment
80th percentile
Compared with 617 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
396
South Caldwell High: 1,272 reported students.
State peer staffing position
58th percentile
19.1:1 reported; state peer median 18.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,370
- Teachers (FTE)
- 92
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.9:1
What the reported data says about South Caldwell High
South Caldwell High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Hudson. It is one of 25 current school records connected to Caldwell County Schools. NCES reports 1,272 students for 2024–25.
Among 617 high schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 623 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 80th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19.1:1, close to the North Carolina median of 18.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (81%) and Hispanic or Latino (11.9%). English learners represent 2.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 9 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking South Caldwell High
- 1How do the reported 19.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 66.67 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 99.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White81%
- Hispanic11.9%
- Black2%
- Asian0.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
9 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Caldwell County Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Hibriten High
High · Grades 09–12
818 reported students
West Caldwell High
High · Grades 09–12
634 reported students
Caldwell Early College
High · Grades 09–13
387 reported students
Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy
High · Grades 09–12
218 reported students
Gateway School
High · Grades 06–12
53 reported students
Hudson Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
665 reported students
Public schools near South Caldwell High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy High · Caldwell County Schools | 09–12 | 218 | 3 mi |
| Caldwell Early College High · Caldwell County Schools | 09–13 | 387 | 3.2 mi |
| Gateway School High · Caldwell County Schools | 06–12 | 53 | 5.5 mi |
| Draughn High School High · Burke County Schools | 09–12 | 661 | 6.4 mi |
| East Burke High High · Burke County Schools | 09–12 | 874 | 7.1 mi |
| Hibriten High High · Caldwell County Schools | 09–12 | 818 | 7.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about South Caldwell High
What grades does South Caldwell High serve?
South Caldwell High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Caldwell County Schools.
How many students attend South Caldwell High?
South Caldwell High reported 1,272 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 80th percentile among 617 North Carolina high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,370 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at South Caldwell High?
The calculated ratio is 19.1:1, based on 1,272 students and 66.67 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 18.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is South Caldwell High a public, charter, or magnet school?
South Caldwell High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Caldwell County Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of South Caldwell High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
99.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is South Caldwell High in?
South Caldwell High is part of Caldwell County Schools, based in Lenoir, NC, which operates 25 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near South Caldwell High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy (3 mi), Caldwell Early College (3.2 mi), Gateway School (5.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.