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.
800
Total Students
44.7
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Stanly High
Demographic Student Count
White580
Hispanic113
Black49
Asian10
Two or More44
American Indian1
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    580 (72.5%)
  • Hispanic
    113 (14.1%)
  • Black
    49 (6.1%)
  • Two or More
    44 (5.5%)
  • Asian
    10 (1.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.4%)
  • 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: 800
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 44.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 797
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 232
Grade 10 183
Grade 11 179
Grade 12 206

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for West Stanly High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9232
Grade 10183
Grade 11179
Grade 12206
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for West Stanly High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female38748.4%
Male41351.6%