FUQUAY-VARINA HIGH SCHOOL

Fuquay-Varina High is a public high school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Fuquay-Varina, NC with about 2,284 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 121 teachers, Fuquay-Varina High has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Fuquay-Varina High School, located in the town of Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, is a prominent member of the Wake County Public School System. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its strong community spirit and its identity as the "Bengals." The campus offers a comprehensive academic curriculum, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and a wide array of Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Fuquay-Varina High School fosters a vibrant extracurricular environment that emphasizes student engagement and school pride. The school boasts a competitive athletic program, a variety of student-led clubs, and well-regarded arts programs, all of which contribute to a holistic educational experience. As a cornerstone of its growing suburban community, the school focuses on creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages academic achievement, personal character development, and active civic participation among its students.

For more information, contact Fuquay-Varina High at (919) 557-2511 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

201 Bengal Blvd
Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526-1603
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FUQUAY-VARINA HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Fuquay-Varina, NC with about 2,284 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
2,284
Teachers:
121
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
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 2,284 students

White
60.9%
Hispanic/Latino
16.9%
Black or African American
15.6%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.0%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

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.