ENKA HIGH SCHOOL

Enka High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Buncombe County Schools school district, located in Candler, NC with about 1,083 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 70 teachers, Enka High has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Enka High School, located in Candler, North Carolina, is a public secondary institution serving the Buncombe County Schools district. Situated in a scenic area near Enka Lake, the school serves a diverse student body and is deeply rooted in the local community. The school prides itself on fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic preparation with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, fine arts, and various student-led clubs, all aimed at developing well-rounded individuals.

As a staple of the Candler community, Enka High is committed to preparing its students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes character development and community involvement, encouraging students to take pride in the "Jets" mascot and the school's long-standing traditions. By leveraging modern resources and a dedicated faculty, Enka High strives to provide an inclusive and supportive educational experience that meets the evolving needs of its students in the 21st century.

For more information, contact Enka High at (828) 670-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

475 Enka Lake Road
Candler, NC 28715
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ENKA HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Candler, NC with about 1,083 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,083
Teachers:
70.94
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,083 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ENKA HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
76.8%
Hispanic/Latino
15.1%
Two or more races
3.8%
Black or African American
3.4%
Asian
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.