School Overview
William Amos Hough High School, located in Cornelius, North Carolina, is a prominent public high school within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. Opened in 2010, the school serves a diverse suburban student population and has quickly established a reputation for academic excellence and a strong commitment to college and career readiness. It offers a comprehensive curriculum, including a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and career-technical education pathways, consistently ranking as one of the top-performing schools in the region.

Beyond academics, Hough High School is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular culture, particularly in athletics and the arts. The "Huskies" maintain a highly competitive sports program that frequently sees teams advancing to state championships, complemented by a variety of student organizations, clubs, and service-based groups that encourage school spirit and community involvement. With its modern facilities and emphasis on a well-rounded educational experience, Hough High remains a focal point for the Cornelius community, prioritizing both student achievement and personal development.
2,518
Total Students
116.1
Full-Time Teachers
21.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for William Amos Hough High
Demographic Student Count
White1,745
Hispanic352
Black254
Asian90
Two or More68
American Indian4
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    1,745 (69.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    352 (14.0 %)
  • Black
    254 (10.1 %)
  • Asian
    90 (3.6 %)
  • Two or More
    68 (2.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (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: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Phone: (980)344-0514
Website: http://williamamoshoughhighschool.wearecms.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,518
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 116.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 460
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 46
Grades Taught
Grade 9 686
Grade 10 651
Grade 11 573
Grade 12 608

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for William Amos Hough High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9686
Grade 10651
Grade 11573
Grade 12608
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for William Amos Hough High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,27250.5%
Male1,24649.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)