Serving 395 students in grades 9-12, Alleghany 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 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alleghany High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Alleghany High School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Alleghany High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alleghany High School is 0.43, 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
#694 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alleghany High School's ranking?
Alleghany High School is ranked #694 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Alleghany High School often compared to?
Alleghany High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alleghany High School?
The graduation rate of Alleghany High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Alleghany High School?
395 students attend Alleghany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Alleghany High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alleghany High School?
Alleghany High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alleghany High School offer ?
Alleghany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alleghany High School part of?
Alleghany High School is part of Alleghany County Schools.
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