WEST JOHNSTON HIGH SCHOOL

West Johnston High is a public high school that is part of the Johnston County Public Schools school district, located in Benson, NC with about 1,424 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 81 teachers, West Johnston High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

West Johnston High School, located in Benson, North Carolina, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Johnston County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a rigorous academic environment while emphasizing the development of well-rounded students through a variety of core curriculum offerings and advanced placement courses. Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a strong focus on student engagement, providing a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and various student-led clubs that encourage leadership and community involvement.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Benson community, striving to prepare its graduates for success in higher education and the modern workforce. By prioritizing a supportive campus culture and leveraging modern educational resources, West Johnston High aims to meet the diverse needs of its student body. Those seeking specific information regarding current school policies, academic calendars, or district announcements can access the official website at http://wjhs.johnston.k12.nc.us.

For more information, contact West Johnston High at (919) 934-7333 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5935 Raleigh Road
Benson, NC 27504-7140
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WEST JOHNSTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Benson, NC with about 1,424 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,424
Teachers:
81.11
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,424 students

White
65.2%
Hispanic/Latino
19.9%
Black or African American
11.2%
Two or more races
2.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Asian
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.