Serving 2,076 students in grades 9-12, Fuquay-varina 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% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 2,076 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fuquay-varina 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
Fuquay-varina High School's student population of 2,076 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,076 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fuquay-varina 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 Fuquay-varina High School is 0.59, 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
#319 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Fuquay-varina High School's ranking?
Fuquay-varina High School is ranked #319 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Fuquay-varina High School often compared to?
Fuquay-varina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fuquay-varina High School?
The graduation rate of Fuquay-varina High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Fuquay-varina High School?
2,076 students attend Fuquay-varina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Fuquay-varina High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fuquay-varina High School?
Fuquay-varina High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fuquay-varina High School offer ?
Fuquay-varina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fuquay-varina High School part of?
Fuquay-varina High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2021
The school is a brand new facility this year. It is a beautiful and modern campus. It reminds me of a college campus. The principal is highly involved with the students and faculty. He is approachable and always ready to listen. The teachers also have great enthusiasm for their students and are responsive to parent questions. Both of my sons go to school here and both have had wonderful experiences so far.
2 1/17/2015
Fuquay Varina High School is the worst school in the nation . The teachers are clueless and some teach classes that have no experience prior to subject . All the school cares about is football and their pride . Drugs are a huge problem at the school . I have smelled students that smell like weed and no one notices and no one cares .And all students have to pay 20.00 per class and pay for everything else . For any parents with upcoming high school students ,I suggest that you should not bring your child to Fuquay Varina High School .
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