Bunker Hill High School is a public high school located in Claremont, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Catawba County Schools district. The school was built for $359,530 and dedicated April 1, 1955.
Serving 845 students in grades 9-12, Bunker Hill High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bunker Hill High serves the northeast part of Claremont, NC, covering an area of approximately 65.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bunker Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bunker Hill High School's student population of 845 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
845 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bunker Hill 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 Bunker Hill High School is 0.65, 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
#593 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bunker Hill High School's ranking?
Bunker Hill High School is ranked #593 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bunker Hill High School often compared to?
Bunker Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton-conover High School, Bandys High School, Hickory Career Arts Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bunker Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Bunker Hill High School is 82%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Bunker Hill High School?
845 students attend Bunker Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bunker Hill High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bunker Hill High School?
Bunker Hill High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bunker Hill High School offer ?
Bunker Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bunker Hill High School part of?
Bunker Hill High School is part of Catawba County Schools.
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