Serving 1,905 students in grades 9-12, Lake Norman 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 82% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 1,905 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Norman High serves the southern part of Mooresville, NC, covering an area of approximately 64.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Norman 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
Lake Norman High School's student population of 1,905 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
1,905 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
Lake Norman 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 Lake Norman High School is 0.48, 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
#206 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)82%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-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 Lake Norman High School's ranking?
Lake Norman High School is ranked #206 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lake Norman High School often compared to?
Lake Norman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mooresville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Norman High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Norman High School is 93%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Lake Norman High School?
1,905 students attend Lake Norman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lake Norman High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Norman High School?
Lake Norman High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Norman High School offer ?
Lake Norman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Norman High School part of?
Lake Norman High School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools.
School Reviews
Review Lake Norman High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
