STARMOUNT HIGH SCHOOL

Starmount High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Yadkin County Schools school district, located in Boonville, NC with about 584 students offering grade levels from 8th 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 39 teachers, Starmount High has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Starmount High School, located in Boonville, North Carolina, serves as a central educational hub within the Yadkin County School District. As a rural public high school, it is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for both collegiate success and the modern workforce. The school offers a standard comprehensive curriculum supplemented by various extracurricular activities, athletics, and career-readiness programs designed to engage students throughout their high school experience.

The school places a strong emphasis on community connection, reflecting the close-knit nature of the surrounding Yadkin County area. By utilizing resources provided by the district, Starmount High aims to integrate technology and academic rigor into the classroom while maintaining the small-town values that define its culture. Through its academic, vocational, and social programs, the school strives to develop well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute meaningfully to their community and beyond.

For more information, contact Starmount High at (336) 468-2891 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.