Serving 1,134 students in grades 9-12, Charles B Aycock High School ranks in the top 50% 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 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles B Aycock High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charles B Aycock High School's student population of 1,134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles B Aycock High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles B Aycock High School is 0.61, 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
#910 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
25%
25%
White
56%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles B Aycock High School's ranking?
Charles B Aycock High School is ranked #910 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Charles B Aycock High School often compared to?
Charles B Aycock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Wayne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles B Aycock High School?
The graduation rate of Charles B Aycock High School is 85%, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Charles B Aycock High School?
1,134 students attend Charles B Aycock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Charles B Aycock High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles B Aycock High School?
Charles B Aycock High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles B Aycock High School offer ?
Charles B Aycock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Charles B Aycock High School part of?
Charles B Aycock High School is part of Wayne County Public Schools School District.
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