Serving 1,269 students in grades 9-12, Ashbrook 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 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashbrook High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Ashbrook High School's student population of 1,269 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashbrook 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 Ashbrook High School is 0.69, 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
#894 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
44%
25%
White
25%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Ashbrook High School's ranking?
Ashbrook High School is ranked #894 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ashbrook High School often compared to?
Ashbrook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunter Huss High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ashbrook High School?
The graduation rate of Ashbrook High School is 91%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Ashbrook High School?
1,269 students attend Ashbrook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Ashbrook High School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 25% 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 Ashbrook High School?
Ashbrook High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashbrook High School offer ?
Ashbrook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ashbrook High School part of?
Ashbrook High School is part of Gaston County Schools School District.
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