Serving 1,931 students in grades 9-12, Eugene Ashley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (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 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 1,931 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eugene Ashley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Eugene Ashley High School's student population of 1,931 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,931 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eugene Ashley 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 Eugene Ashley High School is 0.45, 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
#628 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
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 Eugene Ashley High School's ranking?
Eugene Ashley High School is ranked #628 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Eugene Ashley High School often compared to?
Eugene Ashley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John T Hoggard High School, Emsley A Laney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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 Eugene Ashley High School?
The graduation rate of Eugene Ashley High School is 89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Eugene Ashley High School?
1,931 students attend Eugene Ashley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Eugene Ashley High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eugene Ashley High School?
Eugene Ashley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eugene Ashley High School offer ?
Eugene Ashley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eugene Ashley High School part of?
Eugene Ashley High School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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