Serving 1,156 students in grades 9-12, Reynolds High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reynolds High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Reynolds High School's student population of 1,156 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Mascot
Rocket
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Reynolds 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 Reynolds High School is 0.53, 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
#333 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
12%
25%
White
66%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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 Reynolds High School's ranking?
Reynolds High School is ranked #333 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Reynolds High School often compared to?
Reynolds High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roberson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reynolds High School?
The graduation rate of Reynolds High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Reynolds High School?
1,156 students attend Reynolds High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Reynolds High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reynolds High School?
Reynolds High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Reynolds High School offer ?
Reynolds High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reynolds High School part of?
Reynolds High School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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