Serving 1,305 students in grades 9-12, Kings Mountain 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 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kings Mountain High serves the southeast part of Kings Mountain, NC, covering an area of approximately 72 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and an average distance of 5.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone is located about 9.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kings Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kings Mountain High School's student population of 1,305 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,305 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Rankings
Kings Mountain 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 Kings Mountain High School is 0.59, 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
#356 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)
62%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
59%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kings Mountain High School's ranking?
Kings Mountain High School is ranked #356 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Kings Mountain High School often compared to?
Kings Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crest High School, Burns High School, Shelby 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 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kings Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Kings Mountain High School is 85%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Kings Mountain High School?
1,305 students attend Kings Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Kings Mountain High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kings Mountain High School?
Kings Mountain High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kings Mountain High School offer ?
Kings Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kings Mountain High School part of?
Kings Mountain High School is part of Cleveland County Schools.
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