Serving 873 students in grades 9-12, Bunker Hill High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bunker Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bunker Hill High School's student population of 873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bunker Hill High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bunker Hill High School is 0.62, 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
#614 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
6%
25%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bunker Hill High School's ranking?
Bunker Hill High School is ranked #614 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bunker Hill High School often compared to?
Bunker Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Career Arts Magnet High School, Newton-conover High School, Bandys High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bunker Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Bunker Hill High School is 85%, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Bunker Hill High School?
873 students attend Bunker Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bunker Hill High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bunker Hill High School?
Bunker Hill High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bunker Hill High School offer ?
Bunker Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bunker Hill High School part of?
Bunker Hill High School is part of Catawba County Schools School District.
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