Iredell-Statesville Schools had the highest enrollment among Iredell County school districts, welcoming 20,433 students during the 2023-24 school year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
Between the two school districts in Iredell County, Mooresville Graded School District had the second highest enrollment numbers, with 5,731 students.
Iredell-Statesville Schools roughly covers schools within Iredell County and has a main office in Statesville.
In the previous school year, Iredell-Statesville Schools also had the highest number of students among Iredell County school districts.
North Carolina’s student-teacher ratio is roughly 15.4 students per teacher, aligning with the national average. However, rising teacher turnover threatens to push class sizes higher, making it harder for students to get individualized attention.
If vacancies continue to grow, schools may struggle to maintain this ratio, impacting the quality of instruction. Districts in lower-funded areas face the biggest challenges, as limited budgets make it harder to attract and retain teachers.
| District | City (main office) | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Iredell-Statesville Schools | Statesville | 20,433 |
| Mooresville Graded School District | Mooresville | 5,731 |
