Serving 414 students in grades 9-12, Albemarle High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Albemarle High serves the northeast part of Albemarle, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 13.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albemarle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Albemarle High School's student population of 414 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Building globally competitive leaders by being data-driven and student-centered.
School Rankings
Albemarle High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albemarle High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1497 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albemarle High School's ranking?
Albemarle High School is ranked #1497 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Albemarle High School often compared to?
Albemarle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Stanly High School, Gray Stone Day by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albemarle High School?
The graduation rate of Albemarle High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Albemarle High School?
414 students attend Albemarle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Albemarle High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 Albemarle High School?
Albemarle High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Albemarle High School offer ?
Albemarle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albemarle High School part of?
Albemarle High School is part of Stanly County Schools.
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