Serving 1,683 students in grades 9-12, Hickory Ridge High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hickory Ridge High School's student population of 1,683 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hickory Ridge High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Ridge High School is 0.66, 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
#203 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
25%
25%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Ridge High School's ranking?
Hickory Ridge High School is ranked #203 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hickory Ridge High School often compared to?
Hickory Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cox Mill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hickory Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Hickory Ridge High School is 96%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hickory Ridge High School?
1,683 students attend Hickory Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hickory Ridge High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickory Ridge High School?
Hickory Ridge High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hickory Ridge High School offer ?
Hickory Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hickory Ridge High School part of?
Hickory Ridge High School is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
Great school, Good teachers, students, athletics. Lots of Rednecks at the school though but other than that a nice school.
2 8/2/2010
This is by far the worst school I've ever went to. Even though they might have all the technology like smart boards in every room doesn't mean this is a great school.(half the teachers don't even know how to use them). The principal is very rude as long as Mr.Jolley. They really don't care about the students needs at all. Some not all teachers are very rude. They don't know how to handle race issue as there are a lot of them. There is nothing fun to do at this school. No whole student body assemblies , fun days ,or anything. They're always trying to find a way for students to pay more money for useless things. The bathrooms STINK ! I came as a freshman last year and I can honestly say this school is very HORRIBLE. I would never reccommend this school to anyone.
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