Serving 444 students in grades 9-12, Albemarle High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albemarle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Albemarle High School's student population of 444 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Albemarle 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 Albemarle High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1497 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
52%
25%
White
20%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albemarle High School's ranking?
Albemarle High School is ranked #1497 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Albemarle High School often compared to?
Albemarle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Stanly High School, Gray Stone Day by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albemarle High School?
The graduation rate of Albemarle High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Albemarle High School?
444 students attend Albemarle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Albemarle High School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albemarle High School?
Albemarle High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Albemarle High School offer ?
Albemarle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albemarle High School part of?
Albemarle High School is part of Stanly County Schools School District.
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