publichighGrade 9-12

West Johnston High

5935 Raleigh Road, Benson, NC 27504, United States

+1 (919) 934-7333

http://www.johnston.k12.nc.us/o/wjhs

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West Johnston High Overview

About This School

West Johnston High is a public high in Benson, North Carolina, serving 1,563 students in grades Grade 9-12. The school maintains a staff of 66 teachers with an average salary of $46,757 and a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 521 students per counselor. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The student body is composed of 51% White, 29% Hispanic, 13% Black, 5% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

1,563

Total Students

Grade 9-12

23:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

66 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 9-12

County

Johnston County

Students per Counselor

521:1

West Johnston High Academics & Test Scores

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English Language Arts

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Class Information

23:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 17:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

521

Students per Counselor

West Johnston High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$46,757

City Avg: $46,757

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio23:1

Students per Counselor521:1

West Johnston High Student Demographics

Student Body

52.27%

Male

47.73%

Female

Total Enrollment: 1,563 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White50.99%

Hispanic29.3%

Asian0.83%

Black13.37%

Two or More Races4.86%

Native American0.64%

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Johnston High

Q: What is West Johnston High?

A: West Johnston High is a high public located in Benson.

Q: How many students attend West Johnston High?

A: West Johnston High has approximately 1,563 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at West Johnston High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at West Johnston High is 23:1.

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Detailed Information about West Johnston High

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About West Johnston High - Benson, NC

Quick Facts about West Johnston High
School Name	West Johnston High
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 9-12
Location	5935 Raleigh Road, Benson, NC 27504, Benson, NC
County	Johnston County
Phone	+1 (919) 934-7333
Total Students	1,563
Student-Teacher Ratio	23:1
Full-Time Teachers	66
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Johnston High

What is West Johnston High?

West Johnston High is a high public located in Benson.

How many students attend West Johnston High?

West Johnston High has approximately 1,563 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Johnston High?

The student-teacher ratio at West Johnston High is 23:1.

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