Hertford County High

573 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Hertford County High School, located in Ahoskie, North Carolina, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Hertford County Public Schools district. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, enlist in the military, or pursue higher education. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while fostering a supportive environment that encourages student growth and community engagement.

Beyond its academic offerings, Hertford County High plays a central role in the social and extracurricular landscape of the local community. The school sponsors a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and vocational opportunities, aiming to cultivate well-rounded students who are equipped with the skills and character necessary for the future. As a vital hub for the youth of Ahoskie, the institution emphasizes school spirit and collaborative learning, striving to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application.

573

Total Students

33.5

Full-Time Teachers

17.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

77.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hertford County High
Demographic	Student Count
White	40
Hispanic	24
Black	500
Asian	1
Two or More	5
American Indian	3

Black
500 (87.3 %)
White
40 (7.0 %)
Hispanic
24 (4.2 %)
Two or More
5 (0.9 %)
American Indian
3 (0.5 %)
Asian
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hertford County Schools
Phone:	(252)332-4096
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	573
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	33.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	444
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 170

Grade 10 162

Grade 11 119

Grade 12 122