Serving 978 students in grades 9-12, North Buncombe High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 978 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Buncombe 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
North Buncombe High School's student population of 978 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
978 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Buncombe High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Buncombe High School is 0.34, 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
#322 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Buncombe High School's ranking?
North Buncombe High School is ranked #322 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Buncombe High School often compared to?
North Buncombe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reynolds High School, Owen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Buncombe High School?
The graduation rate of North Buncombe High School is 94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Buncombe High School?
978 students attend North Buncombe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of North Buncombe High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Buncombe High School?
North Buncombe High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Buncombe High School offer ?
North Buncombe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Buncombe High School part of?
North Buncombe High School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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