Pender High
677 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Pender High School, located in Burgaw, North Carolina, serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding Pender County community. As a public secondary school, it is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-graduation success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, offering a variety of core curriculum classes alongside elective programs designed to foster student growth and engagement.
Beyond academics, Pender High School plays an active role in the local community by promoting school spirit and student involvement through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. The school’s administration and faculty focus on maintaining a standard of excellence, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills and personal responsibility. By utilizing resources such as their official digital platform, the school keeps students and families informed about academic calendars, upcoming events, and institutional updates, ensuring a connected and transparent educational experience.
Beyond academics, Pender High School plays an active role in the local community by promoting school spirit and student involvement through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. The school’s administration and faculty focus on maintaining a standard of excellence, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills and personal responsibility. By utilizing resources such as their official digital platform, the school keeps students and families informed about academic calendars, upcoming events, and institutional updates, ensuring a connected and transparent educational experience.
677
Total Students
34.7
Full-Time Teachers
19.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 310 |
| Hispanic | 141 |
| Black | 190 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 29 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White310 (45.8 %)
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Black190 (28.1 %)
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Hispanic141 (20.8 %)
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Two or More29 (4.3 %)
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Asian4 (0.6 %)
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American Indian3 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Pender County Schools |
| Phone: | (910)259-0162 |
| Website: | http://sites.google.com/a/pender.k12.nc.us/phs/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 677 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 638 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
188
Grade 10
210
Grade 11
153
Grade 12
126
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 188 |
| Grade 10 | 210 |
| Grade 11 | 153 |
| Grade 12 | 126 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 314 | 46.4% |
| Male | 363 | 53.6% |
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