Triton High School is a traditional public high school which opened in October 1985, which currently houses 1,308 students in grades nine through twelve, and 126 instructional staff members. Triton is one of six high schools in the Harnett County School System.
Serving 1,274 students in grades 9-12, Triton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Triton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Triton High School's student population of 1,274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
School Rankings
Triton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Triton High School is 0.70, 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
#686 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
32%
22%
Black
26%
24%
White
36%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triton High School's ranking?
Triton High School is ranked #686 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Triton High School often compared to?
Triton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harnett Central 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 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Triton High School?
The graduation rate of Triton High School is 85%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Triton High School?
1,274 students attend Triton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Triton High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Triton High School?
Triton High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Triton High School offer ?
Triton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Triton High School part of?
Triton High School is part of Harnett County Schools.
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