JAMES HUNT HIGH SCHOOL

James Hunt High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Wilson County Schools school district, located in Wilson, NC with about 1,284 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 72 teachers, James Hunt 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.

James Hunt High School, located on Lamm Road in Wilson, North Carolina, serves as a core secondary educational institution within the Wilson County Schools district. The school is committed to fostering academic achievement and personal growth by offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or the workforce. As part of a district-wide initiative, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that integrates modern educational standards with the specific needs of the local Wilson community.

Beyond its academic offerings, James Hunt High School plays an active role in the social and extracurricular life of its students. The school typically provides a range of athletic programs, clubs, and extracurricular activities that encourage school spirit, leadership, and community engagement. By maintaining a focus on both student well-being and scholastic development, the institution strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared to contribute positively to society. For more specific details regarding current events, faculty, or district policies, parents and students are encouraged to visit the official Wilson County Schools website.

For more information, contact James Hunt High at (252) 399-7930 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4559 Lamm Rd
Wilson, NC 27893-9632
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JAMES HUNT HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Wilson, NC with about 1,284 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,284
Teachers:
72.16
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
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
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 1,284 students

Black or African American
40.6%
White
34.4%
Hispanic/Latino
19.9%
Two or more races
3.0%
Asian
1.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

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.