Serving 1,136 students in grades 9-12, High Point 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 48% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Point Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
High Point Central High School's student population of 1,136 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Point Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Point Central High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1199 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
37%
25%
White
19%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Point Central High School's ranking?
High Point Central High School is ranked #1199 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of High Point Central High School?
The graduation rate of High Point Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend High Point Central High School?
1,136 students attend High Point Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of High Point Central High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Point Central High School?
High Point Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does High Point Central High School offer ?
High Point Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is High Point Central High School part of?
High Point Central High School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
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