Serving 1,937 students in grades 9-12, Cuthbertson High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,937 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cuthbertson 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
Cuthbertson High School's student population of 1,937 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,937 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cuthbertson High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cuthbertson High School is 0.42, 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
#58 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
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 Cuthbertson High School's ranking?
Cuthbertson High School is ranked #58 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cuthbertson High School often compared to?
Cuthbertson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Ridge High School, Weddington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cuthbertson High School?
The graduation rate of Cuthbertson High School is 98%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Cuthbertson High School?
1,937 students attend Cuthbertson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cuthbertson High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cuthbertson High School?
Cuthbertson High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cuthbertson High School offer ?
Cuthbertson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cuthbertson High School part of?
Cuthbertson High School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.
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