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.
677
Total Students
34.7
Full-Time Teachers
19.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pender High
Demographic Student Count
White310
Hispanic141
Black190
Asian4
Two or More29
American Indian3
  • White
    310 (45.8 %)
  • Black
    190 (28.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    141 (20.8 %)
  • Two or More
    29 (4.3 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pender High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9188
Grade 10210
Grade 11153
Grade 12126
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pender High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female31446.4%
Male36353.6%