Charles B. Aycock High School is a public high school in Wayne County, North Carolina, United States, that opened in 1961. The school's physical address is Pikeville, North Carolina. This area of North Carolina is near the birthplace of Governor Charles Brantley Aycock.
Serving 1,138 students in grades 9-12, Charles B Aycock High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles B Aycock High serves the northern part of Pikeville, NC, covering an area of approximately 164.4 square miles, with most students living within a 10-15 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 7.1 miles, while the furthest point is 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles B Aycock High School's student population of 1,138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,138 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles B Aycock High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles B Aycock 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
#963 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
88%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
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
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-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 Charles B Aycock High School's ranking?
Charles B Aycock High School is ranked #963 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Charles B Aycock High School often compared to?
Charles B Aycock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Wayne 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 51% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles B Aycock High School?
The graduation rate of Charles B Aycock High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Charles B Aycock High School?
1,138 students attend Charles B Aycock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Charles B Aycock High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles B Aycock High School?
Charles B Aycock High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles B Aycock High School offer ?
Charles B Aycock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles B Aycock High School part of?
Charles B Aycock High School is part of Wayne County School District.
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