School Overview
West Stanly High School, located in Oakboro, North Carolina, serves as a central pillar of the Stanly County School system. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with a diverse range of extracurricular opportunities. By fostering a supportive and community-oriented environment, West Stanly aims to prepare its student body for success in both higher education and the professional workforce, emphasizing the development of critical thinking, leadership, and personal responsibility.

In addition to its academic focus, West Stanly High is well-regarded for its vibrant school spirit and strong athletic tradition, frequently competing in various North Carolina High School Athletic Association events. The school offers a variety of clubs, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and arts initiatives, allowing students to explore their interests and build well-rounded resumes. Through its dedicated faculty and ongoing partnerships with the local Oakboro community, the school strives to maintain a culture of excellence where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.
762
Total Students
45.1
Full-Time Teachers
16.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
104.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Stanly High
Demographic Student Count
White595
Hispanic103
Black30
Asian9
Two or More22
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    595 (78.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    103 (13.5 %)
  • Black
    30 (3.9 %)
  • Two or More
    22 (2.9 %)
  • Asian
    9 (1.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.3 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (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: Stanly County Schools
Phone: (704)961-5200
Website: http://www.wshs.stanlycountyschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 762
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 45.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 797
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 175
Grade 10 226
Grade 11 208
Grade 12 153

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for West Stanly High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9175
Grade 10226
Grade 11208
Grade 12153
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for West Stanly High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37649.3%
Male38650.7%