Marvin Ridge High School

2825 Crane Road
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 1%
Serving 2,032 students in grades 9-12, Marvin Ridge High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,032 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : ≥99% (Top 1% in NC)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 93% (Top 1%)
  • : 93% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marvin Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Marvin Ridge High School's student population of 2,032 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,032 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
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School Rankings

Marvin Ridge High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marvin Ridge High School is 0.50, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NC)
#11 out of 2568 schools
(Top 1%)
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93%
42%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Marvin Ridge High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
93%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Marvin Ridge High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
4%
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Hispanic
5%
20%
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Black
5%
25%
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White
68%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.50
This chart display the diversity score of Marvin Ridge High School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥99%
85%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Marvin Ridge High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marvin Ridge High School's ranking?
Marvin Ridge High School is ranked #11 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Marvin Ridge High School often compared to?
Marvin Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weddington High School, Cuthbertson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marvin Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Marvin Ridge High School is 99%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Marvin Ridge High School?
2,032 students attend Marvin Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Marvin Ridge High School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marvin Ridge High School?
Marvin Ridge High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marvin Ridge High School offer ?
Marvin Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marvin Ridge High School part of?
Marvin Ridge High School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,032 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : ≥99% (Top 1%)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 93% (Top 1%)
  • : 93% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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