School Overview
Overhills High School, located in Spring Lake, North Carolina, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Harnett County School District. Situated in a region with deep ties to the nearby Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg) military installation, the school maintains a diverse student body that frequently includes many military-connected families. The campus is designed to provide a comprehensive high school experience, offering a wide array of core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success, whether in higher education, the workforce, or military service.

The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive learning environment while promoting academic achievement and civic responsibility. In addition to its standard curriculum, Overhills High typically provides various athletic programs, clubs, and career-technical education (CTE) pathways, allowing students to explore interests ranging from arts and technology to specialized vocational skills. As part of the Harnett County public school system, it plays a vital role in the Spring Lake community, working to bridge academic excellence with the unique needs of its transient and multifaceted population.
1,981
Total Students
74.0
Full-Time Teachers
26.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Overhills High
Demographic Student Count
White623
Hispanic467
Black681
Asian15
Two or More159
American Indian17
Pacific Islander19
  • Black
    681 (34.4%)
  • White
    623 (31.4%)
  • Hispanic
    467 (23.6%)
  • Two or More
    159 (8.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    19 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    17 (0.9%)
  • Asian
    15 (0.8%)
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: Harnett County Schools
Phone: (910)436-1436
Website: http://www.harnett.k12.nc.us/Domain/28
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,981
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 74.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 26.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 897
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 112
Grades Taught
Grade 9 597
Grade 10 481
Grade 11 448
Grade 12 455

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Overhills High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9597
Grade 10481
Grade 11448
Grade 12455
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Overhills High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female95048%
Male1,03152%