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Overhills High
High School · Harnett County Schools
2495 Ray Road, Spring Lake, NC 28390
Enrollment
2,024
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,024
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,414 of 2,648
In Spring Lake
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#25 of 27
Harnett County Schools
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Overhills High
High School in Spring Lake · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Overhills High
Overhills High is a public high school in Spring Lake, NC, part of Harnett County Schools. Overhills High serves approximately 2,024 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Overhills High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,414 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Overhills High show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Overhills High is a large school: 2,024 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Overhills High runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
32% of students at Overhills 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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Overhills High — Students at Overhills High score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.1%
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: 4.3/10.
How Overhills High Compares
See how Overhills 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
2495 Ray Road, Spring Lake, NC 28390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Overhills High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pine Forest High (rated 6.1/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Western Harnett High (rated 5.1/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Lillington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spring Lake, see our Spring Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Overhills Middle Spring Lake | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Overhills Elementary Spring Lake | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Anderson Creek Academy Spring Lake | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Anderson Creek Primary Bunnlevel | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Manchester Elementary Spring Lake | 5.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Spring Lake Middle Spring Lake | 5.3 mi | 4.5 |
| William T Brown Elementary Spring Lake | 5.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Highland Middle Sanford | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Western Harnett High Lillington | 6.3 mi | 5.1 |
| South Harnett Elementary Bunnlevel | 5.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Western Harnett Middle Lillington | 6.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Highland Elementary Sanford | 5.8 mi | 6.6 |
| INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Broadway | 7.0 mi | — |
| Howard L Hall Elementary Fayetteville | 7.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Pine Forest High Fayetteville | 7.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Pine Forest Middle Fayetteville | 7.8 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTHVIEW BAPTIST ACADEMY Fayetteville | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Raleigh Road Elementary Linden | 7.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Long Hill Elementary Fayetteville | 8.2 mi | 7.3 |
| College Lakes Elementary Fayetteville | 9.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,750
Median Home Value
$195,200
Median Rent
$1,151/mo
Population
24,158
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
48.9%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
29.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| West Charlotte High School Charlotte, NC | 3.8 |
| A L Brown High Kannapolis, NC | 3.7 |
| Ashbrook High Gastonia, NC | 3.9 |
| East Forsyth High Kernersville, NC | 3.6 |
| Robert B Glenn High School Kernersville, NC | 3.6 |
| Julius L. Chambers High School Charlotte, NC | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Overhills High
What grades does Overhills High serve?
Overhills High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Overhills High?
Overhills High has an enrollment of approximately 2,024 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Overhills High?
The student-teacher ratio at Overhills High is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Overhills High rank in NC?
Overhills High ranks #2,414 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Overhills High's MySchoolScout rating?
Overhills High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Overhills High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Overhills High has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Overhills High a charter school?
No, Overhills High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Overhills High a Title I school?
No, Overhills High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Overhills High?
48.1% of students at Overhills 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
- 2,024
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 98
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harnett County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (910) 436-1436
- 4-Year Graduation
- 83.0%
Resources & Links
District
Harnett County Schools- District Enrollment
- 20,033
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,877
- District Rank
- #25 of 27
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