William G. Enloe GT/IB Magnet Center for the Humanities, Sciences and the Arts, also known as Enloe Magnet High School or Enloe High School, is a public magnet high school offering Gifted & Talented and International Baccalaureate programs located in eastern Raleigh, North Carolina, United States.
Serving 2,643 students in grades 9-12, Enloe High School ranks in the top 20% 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 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Enloe High serves the eastern part of Raleigh, NC, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most living around 1.6 miles away from the zone's edge and the furthest point being 4.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Enloe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Enloe High School's student population of 2,643 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 149 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,643 students
Total Classroom Teachers
149 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Enloe 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 Enloe High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#445 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)61%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
26%
24%
White
35%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
Enloe Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Enloe High School's ranking?
Enloe High School is ranked #445 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Enloe High School often compared to?
Enloe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Needham Broughton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Enloe High School?
The graduation rate of Enloe High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Enloe High School?
2,643 students attend Enloe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Enloe High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Enloe High School?
Enloe High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Enloe High School offer ?
Enloe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Enloe High School part of?
Enloe High School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Enloe High School located?
Enloe High School is located in the Longview Gardens neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My high school is very impressive and diverse. I look forward to keeping up with the Mighty Eagles.
Greg Pridgeon
Class of 1970
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