Very Good
#707 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 27% in state
Gates County Senior High
High School · Gates County Schools
088 Hwy 158 West, Gatesville, NC 27938
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#707 of 2,648
In Gatesville
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Gates County Schools
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Gates County Senior High
Gates County Senior High is a public high school in Gatesville, NC, part of Gates County Schools. Gates County Senior High serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gates County Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #707 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Gates County Senior High show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Gates County Senior High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
38% of students at Gates County Senior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gates County Senior High — Students at Gates County Senior High score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Gates County Senior High Compares
See how Gates County Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
088 Hwy 158 West, Gatesville, NC 27938
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gates County Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CS Brown High - STEM Program (rated 8.7/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Winton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lakeland High (rated 6.1/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Suffolk), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gatesville, see our Gatesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Middle School Gatesville | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Buckland Elementary Gates | 3.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Gatesville Elementary Gatesville | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| T S Cooper Elementary Sunbury | 5.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Chowan Middle Tyner | 15.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CS Brown High - STEM Program Winton | 13.6 mi | 8.7 |
| HERTFORD COUNTY MULTI-PURPOSE JUVENILE HOME Winton | 13.8 mi | — |
| Southwestern Elementary Suffolk | 17.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Colerain Elementary Colerain | 17.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SUFFOLK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Suffolk | 18.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Forest Glen Middle Suffolk | 18.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Lakeland High Suffolk | 19.2 mi | 6.1 |
| D F Walker Elementary Edenton | 19.7 mi | 7.0 |
| White Oak Elementary Edenton | 19.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Kilby Shores Elementary Suffolk | 19.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Carrsville Elementary Carrsville | 19.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Booker T. Washington Elementary Suffolk | 20.5 mi | 3.4 |
| S.P. Morton Elementary Franklin | 19.3 mi | 2.7 |
| AHOSKIE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ahoskie | 19.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Joseph P. King Jr. Middle Franklin | 20.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,757
Median Home Value
$119,200
Population
1,863
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
82.1%
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
50.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cherryville High Cherryville, NC | 7.5 |
| J D Clement Early College HS Durham, NC | 7.5 |
| Mountain Heritage High Burnsville, NC | 7.5 |
| Polk County High School Columbus, NC | 7.5 |
| Wake Early College of Health and Science Raleigh, NC | 7.5 |
| CHRIST SCHOOL Arden, NC | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gates County Senior High
What grades does Gates County Senior High serve?
Gates County Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gates County Senior High?
Gates County Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gates County Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Gates County Senior High is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gates County Senior High rank in NC?
Gates County Senior High ranks #707 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Gates County Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Gates County Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Gates County Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gates County Senior High has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gates County Senior High a charter school?
No, Gates County Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gates County Senior High a Title I school?
No, Gates County Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gates County Senior High?
54.5% of students at Gates County Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Gates County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (252) 357-0720
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Gates County Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,448
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,749
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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