Serving 146 students in grades 9-12, Discovery High School ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (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 42% 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: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Discovery High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newton, NC, covering approximately 20.9 square miles, with a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes and an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the zone edge, extending up to 6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery High School's student population of 146 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
146 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Discovery 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 Discovery 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
#644 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 Discovery High School's ranking?
Discovery High School is ranked #644 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Discovery High School often compared to?
Discovery High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Discovery High School?
The graduation rate of Discovery High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Discovery High School?
146 students attend Discovery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Discovery High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery High School?
Discovery High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Discovery High School offer ?
Discovery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Discovery High School part of?
Discovery High School is part of Newton Conover City Schools.
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