TRITON HIGH SCHOOL
Triton High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Harnett County Schools school district, located in Erwin, NC with about 1,333 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 77 teachers, Triton High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Triton High School, located in Erwin, North Carolina, is a key secondary institution within the Harnett County School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is committed to fostering an academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether through higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a balance between rigorous classroom instruction and a variety of extracurricular opportunities.
Beyond its core curriculum, Triton High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through its athletics, arts programs, and various clubs, which help cultivate a well-rounded educational experience. By leveraging the resources of the Harnett County school system, the school aims to support student growth in both personal character and academic achievement. Prospective families and community members can find detailed information regarding school policies, calendar events, and academic resources on the school’s official website.
For more information, contact Triton High at (910) 897-8121 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Erwin, NC 28339-9797
(910) 897-8121
TRITON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Erwin, NC with about 1,333 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Harnett County Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,333
- Teachers:
- 77.56
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,333 students
- White
- 46.4%
- Black or African American
- 27.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 18.7%
- Two or more races
- 5.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.5%
- Asian
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.5%
- Male
- 52.5%
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.