Serving 1,051 students in grades 9-12, Enka High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,051 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Enka High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Enka High School's student population of 1,051 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,051 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Enka High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Enka High School is 0.48, 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
#353 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
68%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)91%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Enka High School's ranking?
Enka High School is ranked #353 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Enka High School often compared to?
Enka High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Asheville High School, Erwin High School, North Buncombe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Enka High School?
The graduation rate of Enka High School is 91%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Enka High School?
1,051 students attend Enka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Enka High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Enka High School?
Enka High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Enka High School offer ?
Enka High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Enka High School part of?
Enka High School is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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