Harnett Central High School is a high school located in Angier, North Carolina. HCHS is one of six high schools in Harnett County. Harnett Central High School's mascot is the HCHS Trojan. The school colors are burgundy and gold. The feeder school for Harnett Central High is Harnett Central Middle School.
Serving 1,493 students in grades 9-12, Harnett Central High School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harnett Central High School's student population of 1,493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1977
Colors
Burgundy, Gold
School Rankings
Harnett Central 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 Harnett Central High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1219 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
31%
21%
Black
18%
25%
White
44%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Hchs Trojan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harnett Central High School's ranking?
Harnett Central High School is ranked #1219 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Harnett Central High School often compared to?
Harnett Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triton High School, Overhills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harnett Central High School?
The graduation rate of Harnett Central High School is 88%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Harnett Central High School?
1,493 students attend Harnett Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Harnett Central High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harnett Central High School?
Harnett Central High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harnett Central High School offer ?
Harnett Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harnett Central High School part of?
Harnett Central High School is part of Harnett County Schools School District.
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