Serving 1,140 students in grades 9-12, Reynolds High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 30% 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: 1,140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reynolds High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Reynolds High School's student population of 1,140 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reynolds 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 Reynolds High School is 0.48, 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
#225 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
11%
25%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Reynolds High School's ranking?
Reynolds High School is ranked #225 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Reynolds High School often compared to?
Reynolds High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roberson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reynolds High School?
The graduation rate of Reynolds High School is 91%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Reynolds High School?
1,140 students attend Reynolds High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Reynolds High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reynolds High School?
Reynolds High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reynolds High School offer ?
Reynolds High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Reynolds High School part of?
Reynolds High School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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