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B-
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Academics
    B-
  2. Diversity
    C+
  3. Teachers
    B
  4. College Prep
    B-
  5. Clubs & Activities
    B-
  6. Health & Safety
    B+
  7. Administration
    C-
  8. Sports
    B
  9. Food
    B
  10. Resources & Facilities
    B-
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Avery County High School is a public school located in Newland, NC. It has 406 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 17% of students are at least proficient in math and 27% in reading.
Address
401 Avery County High School R
Newland, NC 28657
Telephone
(828) 733-0151
Website
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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
27%
Percent Proficient - Math
17%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1070
20 responses
Average ACT
24
28 responses
AP Enrollment
5%
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Living in the Area
C-
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Crime & Safety
    NG
  2. Diversity
    C+
  3. Cost of Living
    B-
  4. Good for Families
    C
Area Feel
Rural
Median Household Income
$24,054
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$605
National
$949
Median Home Value
$153,800
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
B+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
82%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.11 responses
Poll
45%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.11 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 17 responses
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  • Football games
    35%
  • Homecoming
    24%
  • Graduation
    12%
  • Plays
    12%
  • Band Competitions***
    6%
  • Band Compititions
    6%
  • Stem field trips
    6%

Students

Diversity
C+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
406
Free or Reduced Lunch
58%
90%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.10 responses
80%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.10 responses
90%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.10 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$39,121
Teachers in First/Second Year
16.9%
62%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.13 responses
85%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.13 responses
69%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.13 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
B-
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$11,313/ year
National
$12,239
84%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.19 responses
32%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.19 responses
58%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.19 responses
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My experience was okay. I wish it was the best. I want the school to be less strict.I hope teachers and staff stop making the "popular students" or certain people special. I believe all student need equal treatment. All rules apply to everyone.
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Teachers are understanding and kind. The extra curriculars offered to students are extensive and fun. The administration isn't great.
ACHS is in a small town. There are only about 130 kids per class- 600 total. The teachers and curriculum is great. Administration could be improved throughout the whole county not just ACHS.