Serving 778 students in grades 9-12, Ashe County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashe County High School's student population of 778 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashe County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashe County High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#566 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashe County High School's ranking?
Ashe County High School is ranked #566 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ashe County High School?
The graduation rate of Ashe County High School is 85%, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Ashe County High School?
778 students attend Ashe County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ashe County High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashe County High School?
Ashe County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashe County High School offer ?
Ashe County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashe County High School part of?
Ashe County High School is part of Ashe County Schools School District.
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