Cleveland High
1,879 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Cleveland High School, located on Polenta Road in Clayton, North Carolina, serves as a prominent secondary educational institution within the Johnston County Public Schools district. Since its establishment, the school has grown alongside the rapidly developing Cleveland community, evolving into a hub for academic, athletic, and extracurricular engagement. The school is known for fostering a comprehensive learning environment that emphasizes college and career readiness, offering a diverse array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and elective opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Cleveland High School places a strong emphasis on school spirit and community involvement. The school maintains a competitive athletics program—home of the "Rams"—and supports a wide variety of student organizations, arts programs, and clubs that cater to diverse student interests. By leveraging its location within a growing suburban area, the school remains deeply connected to the local Clayton community, providing students with a robust support system of faculty and staff dedicated to promoting student growth, leadership, and long-term achievement.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Cleveland High School places a strong emphasis on school spirit and community involvement. The school maintains a competitive athletics program—home of the "Rams"—and supports a wide variety of student organizations, arts programs, and clubs that cater to diverse student interests. By leveraging its location within a growing suburban area, the school remains deeply connected to the local Clayton community, providing students with a robust support system of faculty and staff dedicated to promoting student growth, leadership, and long-term achievement.
1,879
Total Students
99.2
Full-Time Teachers
18.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,020 |
| Hispanic | 403 |
| Black | 330 |
| Asian | 26 |
| Two or More | 94 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White1,020 (54.3 %)
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Hispanic403 (21.4 %)
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Black330 (17.6 %)
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Two or More94 (5.0 %)
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Asian26 (1.4 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.2 %)
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American Indian2 (0.1 %)
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: | Johnston County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (919)934-2455 |
| Website: | http://cvhs.johnston.k12.nc.us |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,879 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 99.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 1,865 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
527
Grade 10
468
Grade 11
425
Grade 12
459
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 527 |
| Grade 10 | 468 |
| Grade 11 | 425 |
| Grade 12 | 459 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 900 | 47.9% |
| Male | 979 | 52.1% |
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