Below Average
#2297 of 2,648 schools in NC
Southwest Edgecombe High
High School · Edgecombe County Public Schools
Rt. 1 Box 25, Pinetops, NC 27864
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,297 of 2,648
In Pinetops
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#10 of 14
Edgecombe County Public Schools
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Southwest Edgecombe High
High School in Pinetops · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southwest Edgecombe High
Southwest Edgecombe High is a public high school in Pinetops, NC, part of Edgecombe County Public Schools. Southwest Edgecombe High serves approximately 828 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Edgecombe High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,297 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Edgecombe High show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Southwest Edgecombe High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Southwest Edgecombe 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.
Southwest Edgecombe 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.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest Edgecombe High — Students at Southwest Edgecombe High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
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
→ 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: 6.5/10.
How Southwest Edgecombe High Compares
See how Southwest Edgecombe 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
Rt. 1 Box 25, Pinetops, NC 27864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Edgecombe High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Edgecombe Early College High (rated 8.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Tarboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Edgecombe High (rated 5.9/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Tarboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tarboro High (rated 3.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Tarboro), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pinetops, see our Pinetops schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| G W Carver Elementary Pinetops | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| South Edgecombe Middle Pinetops | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| G W Bulluck Elementary Rocky Mount | 4.7 mi | 4.1 |
| North East Carolina Prep Tarboro | 5.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Edgecombe Early College High Tarboro | 5.7 mi | 8.5 |
| West Edgecombe Middle Rocky Mount | 6.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Tarboro High Tarboro | 7.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Stocks Elementary Tarboro | 7.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Martin Millennium Academy Tarboro | 8.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Princeville Elementary Tarboro | 8.2 mi | 6.2 |
| W A Pattillo Middle Tarboro | 8.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Coker-Wimberly Elementary Battleboro | 10.2 mi | 6.0 |
| D S Johnson Elementary Rocky Mount | 9.6 mi | 1.9 |
| Gardners Elementary Elm City | 9.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Fairview Elementary Rocky Mount | 9.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Baskerville Elementary Rocky Mount | 10.1 mi | 1.6 |
| J W Parker Middle Rocky Mount | 10.3 mi | 1.9 |
| Phillips Middle Battleboro | 11.5 mi | 4.6 |
| North Edgecombe High Tarboro | 11.4 mi | 5.9 |
| OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rocky Mount | 10.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,764
Median Home Value
$119,300
Median Rent
$857/mo
Population
4,283
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
45.7
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| Starmount High Boonville, NC | 4.2 |
| Bethany Community School Summerfield, NC | 4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Edgecombe High
What grades does Southwest Edgecombe High serve?
Southwest Edgecombe High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwest Edgecombe High?
Southwest Edgecombe High has an enrollment of approximately 828 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Edgecombe High?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Edgecombe 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 Southwest Edgecombe High rank in NC?
Southwest Edgecombe High ranks #2,297 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Southwest Edgecombe High's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Edgecombe High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Southwest Edgecombe High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Edgecombe High has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southwest Edgecombe High a charter school?
No, Southwest Edgecombe High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Edgecombe High a Title I school?
No, Southwest Edgecombe High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Edgecombe High?
99.6% of students at Southwest Edgecombe 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 828
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Edgecombe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (252) 827-5016
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80.0%
Resources & Links
District
Edgecombe County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,299
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,702
- District Rank
- #10 of 14
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