Wheatmore High School is a public high school in Trinity, North Carolina. Wheatmore was originally built to help with an overflow of students from Trinity High School. Wheatmore High opened for the 2009–2010 school year.
Serving 667 students in grades 9-12, Wheatmore 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 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheatmore High serves the northwest part of its school district in Trinity, NC, covering an area of approximately 44.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheatmore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wheatmore High School's student population of 667 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
667 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheatmore 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 Wheatmore High School is 0.32, 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
#623 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheatmore High School's ranking?
Wheatmore High School is ranked #623 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wheatmore High School often compared to?
Wheatmore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trinity High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheatmore High School?
The graduation rate of Wheatmore High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Wheatmore High School?
667 students attend Wheatmore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wheatmore High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheatmore High School?
Wheatmore High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wheatmore High School offer ?
Wheatmore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wheatmore High School part of?
Wheatmore High School is part of Randolph County School System School District.
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