Serving 1,245 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% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- 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 1,245 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Piedmont High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piedmont High School is 0.37, 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
#252 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
4%
25%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Piedmont High School's ranking?
Piedmont High School is ranked #252 out of 2,568 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% 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 85%.
How many students attend Piedmont High School?
1,245 students attend Piedmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Piedmont High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 14:1.
What grades does Piedmont High School offer ?
Piedmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Piedmont High School part of?
Piedmont High School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.
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