Serving 999 students in grades 9-12, Parkwood High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 999 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Parkwood High School's student population of 999 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
999 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkwood High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkwood High School is 0.48, which is less 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
#512 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkwood High School's ranking?
Parkwood High School is ranked #512 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Parkwood High School often compared to?
Parkwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cuthbertson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkwood High School?
The graduation rate of Parkwood High School is 97%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Parkwood High School?
999 students attend Parkwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Parkwood High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkwood High School?
Parkwood High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkwood High School offer ?
Parkwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Parkwood High School part of?
Parkwood High School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.
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