Serving 273 students in grades 9-12, Massey Hill Classical High School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Massey Hill Classical High's attendance zone covers the entire Fayetteville, NC school district, encompassing approximately 590.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 15.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 25.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Massey Hill Classical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Massey Hill Classical High School's student population of 273 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
School Rankings
Massey Hill Classical High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Massey Hill Classical High School is 0.71, 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
#761 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Piracy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Massey Hill Classical High School's ranking?
Massey Hill Classical High School is ranked #761 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Massey Hill Classical High School often compared to?
Massey Hill Classical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland Polytechnic, Jack Britt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Massey Hill Classical High School?
The graduation rate of Massey Hill Classical High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Massey Hill Classical High School?
273 students attend Massey Hill Classical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Massey Hill Classical High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Massey Hill Classical High School?
Massey Hill Classical High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Massey Hill Classical High School offer ?
Massey Hill Classical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Massey Hill Classical High School part of?
Massey Hill Classical High School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Massey Hill Classical High School located?
Massey Hill Classical High School is located in the Douglas Byrd neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 14 other public schools located in Douglas Byrd.
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