Serving 691 students in grades 9-12, Newton-conover 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton-conover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Newton-conover High School's student population of 691 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newton-conover 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 Newton-conover High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#678 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton-conover High School's ranking?
Newton-conover High School is ranked #678 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Newton-conover High School often compared to?
Newton-conover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maiden High School, Hickory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newton-conover High School?
The graduation rate of Newton-conover High School is 86%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Newton-conover High School?
691 students attend Newton-conover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Newton-conover High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton-conover High School?
Newton-conover High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newton-conover High School offer ?
Newton-conover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newton-conover High School part of?
Newton-conover High School is part of Newton Conover City Schools School District.
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