Cuthbertson High

Summary:

Cuthbertson High is a public high school located in Waxhaw, North Carolina, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 1,938 students. As part of the Union County Public Schools district, which is ranked 53 out of 242 districts in the state, Cuthbertson High consistently ranks among the top high schools in North Carolina, earning impressive academic achievements and a diverse student population.

Cuthbertson High's academic performance is exceptional, with consistently high proficiency rates on End-of-Course (EOC) exams that significantly exceed the Union County and North Carolina state averages. For example, in 2023-2024, the school had an 87.3% proficiency rate in Math III, compared to 73.6% for Union County and 57.6% for the state. Additionally, the school's racial diversity, with 72.76% White, 7.43% African American, 9.49% Hispanic, and 6.86% Asian students, is higher than nearby schools like Marvin Ridge High and Weddington High. Cuthbertson High also serves a relatively affluent community, with only 8.46% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, significantly lower than nearby schools like Parkwood High and Sun Valley High.

When compared to other schools in the area, Cuthbertson High stands out for its consistent high performance, with rankings as high as 2nd out of 469 schools in North Carolina. While Union County Early College has outperformed Cuthbertson High on some EOC exams, the latter's ability to support the academic success of students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds is impressive. Overall, Cuthbertson High's combination of academic excellence, racial diversity, and equitable support for all students make it a standout institution within the Union County Public Schools district and the broader educational landscape.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 1400 Cuthbertson Rd
       Waxhaw, NC  28173


(704) 296-0105

District: Union County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
96th of 640 North Carolina High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $7,116 Help


Feeder schools for Cuthbertson High:

Elementary:    Kensington Elementary
    New Town Elementary
Middle:    Cuthbertson Middle

Student/teacher ratio:  23.0 Help
Number of students:  1,938

Racial breakdown:

White:
72.8%
Hispanic:
9.5%
African American:
7.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  8.5% Help


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Compare Details Cuthbertson High ranks better than 85% of high schools in North Carolina. It also ranks 5th among 12 ranked high schools in the Union County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 88.25. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (72.8%), Hispanic (9.5%), African American (7.4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 8.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Cuthbertson High is 23, which is the highest among 13 high schools in the Union County Public Schools District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Cuthbertson High is $7,116, which is the lowest among 13 high schools in the Union County Public Schools District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Cuthbertson High:

SchoolDigger ranks Cuthbertson High 96th of 640 North Carolina public high schools. (See Cuthbertson High in the ranking list.)

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Union County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Union County Public Schools 53rd of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Cuthbertson High

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Rank History for all students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 71.14 67th 499 86.6%
2011 75.61 49th 506 90.3%
2012 77.87 27th 502 94.6%
2013 84.90 12th 505 97.6%
2014 87.89 15th 451 96.7%
2015 86.63 19th 531 96.4%
2016 86.26 17th 507 96.6%
2017 92.69 7th 476 98.5%
2018 95.67 2nd 469 99.6%
2019 91.39 23rd 514 95.5%
2021 89.56 73rd 594 87.7%
2022 87.46 93rd 621 85.0%
2023 90.17 67th 626 89.3%
2024 88.25 96th 640 85.0%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 97.23 3rd 195 98.5%
2021 87.15 13th 199 93.5%
2022 85.80 24th 226 89.4%
2023 92.46 11th 249 95.6%
2024 97.51 5th 261 98.1%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 76.02 23rd 226 89.8%
2024 76.91 25th 262 90.5%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 78.37 27th 349 92.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 97.25 5th 424 98.8%
2019 81.52 25th 446 94.4%
2021 83.21 19th 432 95.6%
2022 93.52 51st 544 90.6%
2023 84.96 92nd 597 84.6%
2024 87.88 94th 613 84.7%
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Rank History for Female students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 95.10 3rd 449 99.3%
2019 91.71 13th 475 97.3%
2021 90.51 22nd 475 95.4%
2022 87.54 80th 594 86.5%
2023 88.02 73rd 588 87.6%
2024 87.92 81st 602 86.5%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 98.57 6th 349 98.3%
2019 81.26 28th 364 92.3%
2021 83.58 24th 334 92.8%
2022 98.18 5th 330 98.5%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 81.68 15th 325 95.4%
2021 82.05 12th 337 96.4%
2022 77.67 55th 398 86.2%
2023 72.83 102nd 403 74.7%
2024 75.38 73rd 403 81.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 95.75 9th 463 98.1%
2019 90.71 23rd 488 95.3%
2021 88.16 31st 481 93.6%
2022 86.99 94th 585 83.9%
2023 91.27 71st 602 88.2%
2024 87.73 102nd 607 83.2%
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Rank History for Asian students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 81.15 11th 89 87.6%
2021 63.91 35th 83 57.8%
2022 75.96 23rd 91 74.7%
2023 78.40 20th 98 79.6%
2024 82.03 16th 101 84.2%
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Rank History for African American students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 98.62 5th 359 98.6%
2019 94.92 11th 369 97.0%
2021 91.75 16th 364 95.6%
2022 90.24 46th 430 89.3%
2023 95.16 36th 434 91.7%
2024 96.67 27th 437 93.8%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 98.08 4th 340 98.8%
2019 92.44 12th 354 96.6%
2021 94.43 10th 370 97.3%
2022 89.28 58th 436 86.7%
2023 85.65 67th 449 85.1%
2024 91.67 51st 454 88.8%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina High Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Cuthbertson High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 92.76 5th 427 98.8%
2019 87.03 24th 444 94.6%
2021 84.19 30th 439 93.2%
2022 82.25 95th 534 82.2%
2023 85.96 77th 537 85.7%
2024 79.42 118th 553 78.7%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina High Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

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Reviews:
by a student
Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Open Quote I feel like it is one of the best schools in all of Union County Public Schools. Nice Teachers, a clean atmosphere, very little bullying, and a wonderful Music and Athletic Program. The lunches though are the same as every other public school, just ok... Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, May 31, 2015

Open Quote Great, Great school. Teachers help and come in early if needed. We have had to email some at night and they have always email back to help. There is a strong feel of pride in this school and a lot of energy. Thanks for all you bring to our community. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, January 16, 2014

Open Quote I completely disagree with the previous review! My son is a freshman there and is exceling in all areas with an A average with all honors classes (4.75 GPA). We have found the teachers and staff to be fantastic! They are very responsive via email and truly care about our kids. Close Quote


by a student
Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Open Quote Do not send your child to Cuthbertson. Terrible administration and unhelpful guidance. Students are pushed way too far. Teachers are unkind and students are judgemental. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Cuthbertson High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2010 543 94 12 33 2 n/a n/a 0 684
2011 797 117 10 65 2 1 15 0 1007
2012 914 133 8 70 3 1 20 0 1149
2013 1038 139 17 76 2 1 22 0 1295
2014 1158 144 21 88 1 3 26 0 1441
2015 1175 129 30 87 1 1 26 0 1449
2016 1251 113 37 95 1 1 28 0 1526
2017 1260 124 46 91 1 0 25 0 1547
2018 1305 126 75 101 3 0 23 0 1633
2019 1432 142 82 134 1 0 32 0 1823
2020 1472 136 103 155 0 0 45 0 1911
2021 1471 138 97 170 0 3 50 0 1929
2022 1458 131 104 182 3 3 56 0 1937
2023 1410 144 133 184 2 3 62 0 1938

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Cuthbertson High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 684 41.5 16.4 14.6
2011 1007 50.5 19.9 14.6
2012 1149 51.7 22.2 14
2013 1295 64.2 20.1 13.8
2014 1441 70.8 20.3 12
2015 1449 70.0 20.7 10.1
2016 1526 71.0 21.4 8.9
2017 1547 71.2 21.7 7.7
2018 1633 73.2 22.2 5.6
2019 1823 81.8 22.2 4.1
2020 1911 85.4 22.3 4.4
2021 1929 82.6 23.3 3.9
2022 1937 80.6 24.0 4.2
2023 1938 84.1 23.0 8.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Cuthbertson High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 684 41.5 16.4 14.6
2011 1007 50.5 19.9 14.6
2012 1149 51.7 22.2 14
2013 1295 64.2 20.1 13.8
2014 1441 70.8 20.3 12
2015 1449 70.0 20.7 10.1
2016 1526 71.0 21.4 8.9
2017 1547 71.2 21.7 7.7
2018 1633 73.2 22.2 5.6
2019 1823 81.8 22.2 4.1
2020 1911 85.4 22.3 4.4
2021 1929 82.6 23.3 3.9
2022 1937 80.6 24.0 4.2
2023 1938 84.1 23.0 8.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Cuthbertson High

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $416 (5.8%) $6,700 (94.2%) $7,116

Data source: North Carolina Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Cuthbertson High

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 23rd of 514 High schoolsRanks 67th of 626 High schools
 6.2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
End of Course Biology (Cuthbertson High)86.781
 5.7%
   End of Course Biology (Union County Public Schools)74.366.8
 7.5%
   End of Course Biology (North Carolina)59.654.1
 5.5%
End of Course English II (Cuthbertson High)86.888.7
 1.9%
   End of Course English II (Union County Public Schools)73.974.1
 0.2%
   End of Course English II (North Carolina)59.758.5
 1.2%
End of Course Math I (Cuthbertson High)83.482.5
 0.9%
   End of Course Math I (Union County Public Schools)61.658.4
 3.2%
   End of Course Math I (North Carolina)41.235.9
 5.3%
End of Course Math III (Cuthbertson High)84.388.5
 4.2%
   End of Course Math III (Union County Public Schools)6376.5
 13.5%
   End of Course Math III (North Carolina)46.858.3
 11.5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students18231938
 6.3%
African American142144
 1.4%
American Indian12
 100%
Asian82133
 62.2%
Hispanic134184
 37.3%
Pacific Islander03
White14321410
 1.5%
Two or More Races3262
 93.8%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients4.1%8.5%
 4.4%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Cuthbertson High

Cuthbertson High ranks 96th of 640 North Carolina high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,938 students attended Cuthbertson High.

Cuthbertson High is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Kensington Elementary
Elementary : New Town Elementary
Middle : Cuthbertson Middle

Students at Cuthbertson High are 73% White, 9% Hispanic, 7% African American, 7% Asian, 3% Two or more races.


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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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