School Overview
South Central High School, located in Winterville, North Carolina, serves as a prominent secondary institution within the Pitt County Schools district. The school is known for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. By maintaining a focus on student growth and community involvement, the institution aims to prepare its diverse student body for post-secondary success, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or joining the military.

The school’s campus on Forlines Road acts as a hub for both academic and athletic activity in the Winterville area. As part of the Pitt County school system, South Central benefits from district-wide resources while cultivating its own unique identity through various clubs, arts programs, and competitive athletic teams. For parents, students, and community members seeking more detailed information regarding school calendars, academic policies, or district updates, the official website at http://www.pitt.k12.nc.us serves as the primary portal for engagement and institutional communication.
1,675
Total Students
91.9
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
103.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Central
Demographic Student Count
White356
Hispanic114
Black1,052
Asian24
Two or More122
American Indian6
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    1,052 (62.8 %)
  • White
    356 (21.3 %)
  • Two or More
    122 (7.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    114 (6.8 %)
  • Asian
    24 (1.4 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Pitt County Schools
Phone: (252)321-3232
Website: http://www.pitt.k12.nc.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,675
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 91.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,735
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 542
Grade 10 468
Grade 11 365
Grade 12 300

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for South Central
Grade Student Count
Grade 9542
Grade 10468
Grade 11365
Grade 12300
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for South Central
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female84150.2%
Male83449.8%