High Schools in Yancey County Schools


Summary:

Yancey County Schools in North Carolina is home to a single high school, Mountain Heritage High, which serves students in grades 9-12. This school stands out for its consistently strong academic performance, outpacing state averages on key End-of-Course (EOC) exams in subjects like Biology, English II, and Math.

With a predominantly white student population (82%) and a significant Hispanic enrollment (16.12%), Mountain Heritage High also serves a diverse socioeconomic community, with nearly half of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite this, the school maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.4, suggesting students benefit from more personalized attention and smaller class sizes. The school's spending per student of $11,483 further indicates the resources available to support its educational programs and initiatives.

Overall, Yancey County Schools' sole high school, Mountain Heritage High, stands out as a strong-performing institution that consistently exceeds state academic benchmarks. Its stable performance, diverse student population, and resource allocation contribute to an environment that fosters student learning and achievement, making it an attractive option for families in the area.

District Detail

 100 School Circle
Burnsville, NC 28714

 (828) 682-6101

SchoolDigger Rank:
61st of 242 North Carolina districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 2,038

Primary Schools: 4
Middle Schools: 2
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

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