Hickory Ridge High School is a comprehensive public high school in Harrisburg, North Carolina. It became the sixth high school in the Cabarrus County Schools system when it opened on August 27, 2007.
Serving 1,673 students in grades 9-12, Hickory Ridge High School ranks in the top 10% 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 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hickory Ridge High School's student population of 1,673 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Hickory Ridge High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Ridge High School is 0.70, 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
#180 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
25%
25%
White
47%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Ridge High School's ranking?
Hickory Ridge High School is ranked #180 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hickory Ridge High School often compared to?
Hickory Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cox Mill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hickory Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Hickory Ridge High School is 94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hickory Ridge High School?
1,673 students attend Hickory Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hickory Ridge High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickory Ridge High School?
Hickory Ridge High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hickory Ridge High School offer ?
Hickory Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hickory Ridge High School part of?
Hickory Ridge High School is part of Cabarrus County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
Great school, Good teachers, students, athletics. Lots of Rednecks at the school though but other than that a nice school.
2 8/2/2010
This is by far the worst school I've ever went to. Even though they might have all the technology like smart boards in every room doesn't mean this is a great school.(half the teachers don't even know how to use them). The principal is very rude as long as Mr.Jolley. They really don't care about the students needs at all. Some not all teachers are very rude. They don't know how to handle race issue as there are a lot of them. There is nothing fun to do at this school. No whole student body assemblies , fun days ,or anything. They're always trying to find a way for students to pay more money for useless things. The bathrooms STINK ! I came as a freshman last year and I can honestly say this school is very HORRIBLE. I would never reccommend this school to anyone.
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