Serving 1,270 students in grades 9-12, Piedmont 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 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Piedmont High serves the northeastern part of Monroe, NC, covering an area of approximately 149.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piedmont 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
Piedmont High School's student population of 1,270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,270 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1960
School Rankings
Piedmont 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 Piedmont High School is 0.52, 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
#218 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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)
73%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red, Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedmont High School's ranking?
Piedmont High School is ranked #218 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Piedmont High School often compared to?
Piedmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Porter Ridge 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 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Piedmont High School?
The graduation rate of Piedmont High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Piedmont High School?
1,270 students attend Piedmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Piedmont High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piedmont High School?
Piedmont High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Piedmont High School offer ?
Piedmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piedmont High School part of?
Piedmont High School is part of Union County School District.
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