Dalton L. McMichael High School is a four-year public high school located in Mayodan, North Carolina, United States.
Serving 681 students in grades 9-12, Dalton Mcmichael 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 55-59% (which is higher than 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 43% 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: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dalton McMichael High serves the west part of its school district in Mayodan, NC, covering an area of approximately 180.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dalton Mcmichael High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dalton Mcmichael High School's student population of 681 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
681 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dalton Mcmichael 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 Dalton Mcmichael High School is 0.61, 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
#827 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)
55-59%
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 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-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 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold, Vegas Gold
School Mascot
Fighting Phoenix
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dalton Mcmichael High School's ranking?
Dalton Mcmichael High School is ranked #827 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Dalton Mcmichael High School often compared to?
Dalton Mcmichael High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John M Morehead 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dalton Mcmichael High School?
The graduation rate of Dalton Mcmichael High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Dalton Mcmichael High School?
681 students attend Dalton Mcmichael High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Dalton Mcmichael High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dalton Mcmichael High School?
Dalton Mcmichael High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dalton Mcmichael High School offer ?
Dalton Mcmichael High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dalton Mcmichael High School part of?
Dalton Mcmichael High School is part of Rockingham County Schools.
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