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Jack Britt High

High School · Cumberland County Schools

7403 Rockfish Road, Fayetteville, NC 28306

Enrollment

1,916

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,074 of 2,648

In Fayetteville

#18 of 66

public schools

In district

#23 of 84

Cumberland County Schools

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Jack Britt High

6.8/10

High School in Fayetteville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jack Britt High

Jack Britt High is a public high school in Fayetteville, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. Jack Britt High serves approximately 1,916 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jack Britt High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,074 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Jack Britt High show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Jack Britt 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.4% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+26 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.8 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation16.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,118
Chronic Absenteeism31.1%

Jack Britt High — Students at Jack Britt High score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.0% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 75.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.6% (2025 NC)

Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
0.5%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
72%
2025
Math
82%
ELA
74.4%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Jack Britt High Compares

See how Jack Britt High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in NC
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
98 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
16.3% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7403 Rockfish Road, Fayetteville, NC 28306

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jack Britt High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Century International Middle (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seventy-First Classical Middle (rated 8.1/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sherwood Park Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Stoney Point Elementary Fayetteville 0.3 mi 7.1
ACADEMY AT NEW LIFE Hope Mills 1.3 mi
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville 1.4 mi 6.5
C Wayne Collier Elementary Hope Mills 1.6 mi 5.9
E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary Fayetteville 1.9 mi 6.8
John R Griffin Middle Fayetteville 2.0 mi 6.5
New Century International Middle Fayetteville 2.8 mi 8.3
New Century International Elementary Fayetteville 3.0 mi 6.6
Cumberland Mills Elementary Fayetteville 3.0 mi 5.3
Rockfish Elementary Hope Mills 3.1 mi 5.6
FIRST IMPRESSIONS ACADEMY Fayetteville 4.0 mi 6.0
BIRDS NEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fayetteville 4.1 mi
Loyd E Auman Elementary Fayetteville 4.2 mi 4.9
Seventy-First Classical Middle Fayetteville 4.2 mi 8.1
PRECIOUS HAVEN LEARNING ACADEMY Raeford 3.5 mi
Seventy-First High Fayetteville 4.3 mi 4.1
Sherwood Park Elementary Fayetteville 4.0 mi 7.5
Brentwood Elementary Fayetteville 4.5 mi 6.2
Hope Mills Middle Hope Mills 4.1 mi 4.8
Parkton Elementary Parkton 5.1 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,175

Median Home Value

$218,900

Median Rent

$1,115/mo

Population

44,098

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jack Britt High

What grades does Jack Britt High serve?

Jack Britt High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Jack Britt High?

Jack Britt High has an enrollment of approximately 1,916 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jack Britt High?

The student-teacher ratio at Jack Britt High is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jack Britt High rank in NC?

Jack Britt High ranks #1,074 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Jack Britt High's MySchoolScout rating?

Jack Britt High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Jack Britt High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jack Britt High has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jack Britt High a charter school?

No, Jack Britt High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jack Britt High a Title I school?

No, Jack Britt High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jack Britt High?

39.4% of students at Jack Britt 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,916
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
98
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cumberland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.1%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

Cumberland County Schools
District Enrollment
49,314
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,118
District Rank
#23 of 84

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