MARVIN RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
Marvin Ridge High is a public high school that is part of the Union County Public Schools school district, located in Waxhaw, NC with about 1,692 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 79 teachers, Marvin Ridge High has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.
Marvin Ridge High School, located in Waxhaw, North Carolina, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving students in the Union County Public Schools (UCPS) district. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school consistently ranks among the top institutions in the state. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors-level classes, and unique elective pathways, all designed to prepare students for success in higher education and competitive career fields.
Beyond its academic achievements, Marvin Ridge is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular culture. The school fields highly competitive athletic teams—often referred to as the "Mavericks"—and supports a diverse range of student-led clubs, performing arts programs, and service organizations. With a focus on fostering both intellectual growth and character development, the school serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a collaborative partnership between faculty, parents, and students to maintain its reputation for excellence.
For more information, contact Marvin Ridge High at (704) 290-1520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 290-1520
http://mrhs.ucps.k12.nc.us
MARVIN RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Waxhaw, NC with about 1,692 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Union County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,692
- Teachers:
- 79.41
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- 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 1,692 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MARVIN RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.
- White
- 79.8%
- Asian
- 8.7%
- Black or African American
- 4.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.5%
- Two or more races
- 3.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
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.