WATAUGA HIGH SCHOOL
Watauga High is a public high school that is part of the Watauga County Schools school district, located in Boone, NC with about 1,116 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 102 teachers, Watauga High has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.
Watauga High School, located in the mountain town of Boone, North Carolina, serves as the primary public high school for Watauga County. Situated on a modern campus at 300 Go Pioneers Drive, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and benefits from its proximity to Appalachian State University. The school prides itself on a culture of academic rigor and student involvement, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.
The school is well-regarded for its vibrant "Pioneer" spirit, which emphasizes student engagement in athletics, the arts, and community service. With a focus on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, Watauga High aims to develop well-rounded citizens who are equipped to navigate the challenges of the modern world. Through a blend of traditional classroom instruction and experiential learning, the faculty and staff work to ensure that all students have the resources necessary to succeed, reflecting the school district's overall commitment to excellence in education.
For more information, contact Watauga High at (828) 264-2407 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Boone, NC 28607
(828) 264-2407
http://w.watauga.k12.nc.us/whs
WATAUGA HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Boone, NC with about 1,116 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Watauga County Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,116
- Teachers:
- 102.62
- 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 1,116 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WATAUGA HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.5%
- Two or more races
- 3.1%
- Asian
- 1.1%
- Black or African American
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 52.2%
- Male
- 47.8%
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.