Serving 367 students in grades 9-12, Elkin High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Elkin High School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elkin High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkin High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkin High School's ranking?
Elkin High School is ranked #215 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Elkin High School often compared to?
Elkin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Airy High School, Surry Central 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 42% NC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkin High School?
The graduation rate of Elkin High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Elkin High School?
367 students attend Elkin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Elkin High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkin High School?
Elkin High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkin High School offer ?
Elkin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elkin High School part of?
Elkin High School is part of Elkin City Schools School District.
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