Serving 930 students in grades 9-12, Fred T Foard High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 930 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fred T Foard High serves the west part of its school district in Newton, NC, covering an area of approximately 98.1 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the nearest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.6 miles, and the furthest edge located nearly 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred T Foard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fred T Foard High School's student population of 930 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
930 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1953
School Rankings
Fred T Foard 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 Fred T Foard High School is 0.44, 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
#350 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
74%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred T Foard High School's ranking?
Fred T Foard High School is ranked #350 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Fred T Foard High School often compared to?
Fred T Foard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Career Arts Magnet High School, Maiden High School, Saint Stephens High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fred T Foard High School?
The graduation rate of Fred T Foard High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Fred T Foard High School?
930 students attend Fred T Foard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Fred T Foard High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred T Foard High School?
Fred T Foard High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fred T Foard High School offer ?
Fred T Foard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fred T Foard High School part of?
Fred T Foard High School is part of Catawba County Schools.
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