Palisades High School serves 2,332 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palisades High School's student population of 2,332 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palisades High School is 0.68, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
30%
22%
Black
46%
24%
White
15%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Palisades High School?
2,332 students attend Palisades High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Palisades High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palisades High School?
Palisades High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Palisades High School offer ?
Palisades High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palisades High School part of?
Palisades High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Palisades High School located?
Palisades High School is located in the Palisades neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Palisades.
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