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Lee County High
High School · Lee County Schools
1708 Nash Street, Sanford, NC 27330
Enrollment
1,469
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,469
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,558 of 2,648
In Sanford
#13 of 19
public schools
In district
#10 of 16
Lee County Schools
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Lee County High
High School in Sanford · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lee County High
Lee County High is a public high school in Sanford, NC, part of Lee County Schools. Lee County High serves approximately 1,469 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee County High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,558 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Lee County High show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Lee County 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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Lee County High — Students at Lee County High score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.0/10.
How Lee County High Compares
See how Lee County 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
1708 Nash Street, Sanford, NC 27330
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lee County High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lee Early College (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County (rated 5.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Southern Lee High School (rated 4.9/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sanford, see our Sanford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Early College Sanford | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| MINA Charter School of Lee County Sanford | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Bragg Street Academy Sanford | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Floyd L Knight Children Center Sanford | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| J Glenn Edwards Elementary Sanford | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| WB Wicker Elementary Sanford | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| East Lee Middle Sanford | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Ascend Leadership Academy: Lee County Sanford | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Southern Lee High School Sanford | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| SanLee Middle School Sanford | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| BT Bullock Elementary Sanford | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| LEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanford | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Central Carolina Academy Sanford | 3.5 mi | — |
| J R Ingram Jr Elementary Sanford | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| West Lee Middle Sanford | 3.8 mi | 3.8 |
| CALVARY EDUCATION CENTER Sanford | 5.2 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanford | 5.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Tramway Elementary Sanford | 4.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Greenwood Elementary Lemon Springs | 6.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Broadway Elementary Broadway | 5.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27330 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,726
Median Home Value
$213,000
Median Rent
$966/mo
Population
41,473
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
36.8
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|---|---|
| Currituck County High Barco, NC | 5.9 |
| Northside High Jacksonville, NC | 5.9 |
| Walter M Williams High Burlington, NC | 5.9 |
| West Johnston High Benson, NC | 5.9 |
| CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Raleigh, NC | 6.0 |
| Eastern Guilford High Gibsonville, NC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lee County High
What grades does Lee County High serve?
Lee County High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lee County High?
Lee County High has an enrollment of approximately 1,469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee County High?
The student-teacher ratio at Lee County High is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lee County High rank in NC?
Lee County High ranks #1,558 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Lee County High's MySchoolScout rating?
Lee County High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Lee County High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee County High has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lee County High a charter school?
No, Lee County High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lee County High a Title I school?
No, Lee County High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lee County High?
61.6% of students at Lee County 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
- 1,469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (919) 776-7541
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
Resources & Links
District
Lee County Schools- District Enrollment
- 9,051
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,241
- District Rank
- #10 of 16
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