Fred T. Foard High School is a public high school located in the community of Propst Crossroads, ten miles west of Newton, North Carolina, United States. The school is part of the Catawba County Schools system. Foard has been designated a school of distinction by the state of North Carolina for academic progress.
Serving 956 students in grades 9-12, Fred T Foard High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred T Foard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fred T Foard High School's student population of 956 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Fred T Foard High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fred T Foard High School is 0.45, 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
#350 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
3%
25%
White
73%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)91%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred T Foard High School's ranking?
Fred T Foard High School is ranked #350 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Fred T Foard High School often compared to?
Fred T Foard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saint Stephens High School, Hickory Career Arts Magnet High School, Maiden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fred T Foard High School?
The graduation rate of Fred T Foard High School is 91%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Fred T Foard High School?
956 students attend Fred T Foard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Fred T Foard High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred T Foard High School?
Fred T Foard High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fred T Foard High School offer ?
Fred T Foard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fred T Foard High School part of?
Fred T Foard High School is part of Catawba County Schools School District.
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