Jacksonville High

1021 Henderson Dr
Jacksonville, NC 28540

(910)989-2048

www.onslow.k12.nc.us/jacksonvillehs

1,441 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Jacksonville High School, located at 1021 Henderson Drive in Jacksonville, North Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of the Onslow County school system. The school is known for its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success. Beyond its core curriculum, Jacksonville High fosters a vibrant school culture, encouraging student involvement through a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and extracurricular activities designed to develop leadership, teamwork, and community engagement.

As an institution within the local community, Jacksonville High focuses on maintaining a supportive environment that prioritizes student achievement and personal growth. By integrating modern educational practices with traditional values, the school aims to equip its diverse student body with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate an evolving world. For families and students seeking more specific information regarding their academic calendars, school policies, or event schedules, the school maintains an official web presence at [jhs.ncfreedom.com](http://jhs.ncfreedom.com).

1,441

Total Students

78.2

Full-Time Teachers

18.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

47.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jacksonville High
Demographic	Student Count
White	634
Hispanic	268
Black	363
Asian	16
Two or More	151
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	5

White
634 (44.0%)
Black
363 (25.2%)
Hispanic
268 (18.6%)
Two or More
151 (10.5%)
Asian
16 (1.1%)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.3%)
American Indian
4 (0.3%)

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:	Onslow County Schools
Phone:	(910)989-2048
Website:	http://www.onslow.k12.nc.us/jacksonvillehs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,441
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	78.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	627
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	56

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 391

Grade 10 380

Grade 11 355

Grade 12 315