Northwood High
940 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Northwood High School, located in Pittsboro, North Carolina, serves as a central pillar of the Chatham County Schools district. As a comprehensive public high school, it is dedicated to fostering academic excellence while providing a diverse array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and various student-led clubs. The school places a strong emphasis on preparing students for life after graduation, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or entering the workforce, by utilizing a curriculum designed to challenge students and develop critical thinking skills.
The school is deeply integrated into the Pittsboro community, maintaining a culture that values school spirit, inclusivity, and student engagement. By leveraging its resources and a supportive faculty, Northwood aims to cultivate a safe and stimulating learning environment that encourages personal growth and civic responsibility. For families and community members, the school’s website serves as a vital hub for information regarding academic calendars, district policies, and ongoing school events, reflecting its commitment to transparent communication and community partnership.
The school is deeply integrated into the Pittsboro community, maintaining a culture that values school spirit, inclusivity, and student engagement. By leveraging its resources and a supportive faculty, Northwood aims to cultivate a safe and stimulating learning environment that encourages personal growth and civic responsibility. For families and community members, the school’s website serves as a vital hub for information regarding academic calendars, district policies, and ongoing school events, reflecting its commitment to transparent communication and community partnership.
940
Total Students
57.4
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 578 |
| Hispanic | 164 |
| Black | 124 |
| Asian | 17 |
| Two or More | 52 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White578 (61.5 %)
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Hispanic164 (17.4 %)
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Black124 (13.2 %)
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Two or More52 (5.5 %)
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Asian17 (1.8 %)
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American Indian4 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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: | Chatham County Schools |
| Phone: | (919)542-4181 |
| Website: | http://www.chatham.k12.nc.us/Domain/18 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 940 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 57.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 631 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
187
Grade 10
172
Grade 11
241
Grade 12
340
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 187 |
| Grade 10 | 172 |
| Grade 11 | 241 |
| Grade 12 | 340 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 471 | 50.1% |
| Male | 469 | 49.9% |