Clyde A. Erwin High School is a public high school in Asheville, North Carolina, United States. The enrollment in 2018–19 was 1,316 students in grades 9–12. The school's mascot is the Warriors / Lady Warriors and the school principal is Chip Cody.
Serving 1,013 students in grades 9-12, Erwin High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 1,013 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Erwin High serves the western part of Asheville, NC, covering an area of approximately 109.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a driving time of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 15.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erwin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Erwin High School's student population of 1,013 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,013 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Rankings
Erwin 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 Erwin High School is 0.64, 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
#806 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
9%
24%
White
48%
42%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
86.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erwin High School's ranking?
Erwin High School is ranked #806 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Erwin High School often compared to?
Erwin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Enka High School, Asheville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Erwin High School?
The graduation rate of Erwin High School is 84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Erwin High School?
1,013 students attend Erwin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Erwin High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Erwin High School?
Erwin High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Erwin High School offer ?
Erwin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Erwin High School part of?
Erwin High School is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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