Serving 1,396 students in grades 9-12, Robert B Glenn High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert B Glenn High School serves the southeast part of Kernersville, NC, encompassing approximately 47 square miles. Families within this attendance area can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert B Glenn High School's student population of 1,396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,396 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert B Glenn High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert B Glenn High School is 0.65, 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
#1765 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
77%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Orange
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert B Glenn High School's ranking?
Robert B Glenn High School is ranked #1765 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Robert B Glenn High School often compared to?
Robert B Glenn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Forsyth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert B Glenn High School?
The graduation rate of Robert B Glenn High School is 77%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Robert B Glenn High School?
1,396 students attend Robert B Glenn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Robert B Glenn High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert B Glenn High School?
Robert B Glenn High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Robert B Glenn High School offer ?
Robert B Glenn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert B Glenn High School part of?
Robert B Glenn High School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools.
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