Triton High

www.harnett.k12.nc.us/Domain/32

1,287 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Triton High School, located in Erwin, North Carolina, is a key secondary institution within the Harnett County School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is committed to fostering an academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether through higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a balance between rigorous classroom instruction and a variety of extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its core curriculum, Triton High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through its athletics, arts programs, and various clubs, which help cultivate a well-rounded educational experience. By leveraging the resources of the Harnett County school system, the school aims to support student growth in both personal character and academic achievement. Prospective families and community members can find detailed information regarding school policies, calendar events, and academic resources on the school’s official website.

1,287

Total Students

71.7

Full-Time Teachers

18.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

98.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Triton High
Demographic	Student Count
White	503
Hispanic	373
Black	331
Asian	5
Two or More	64
American Indian	10
Pacific Islander	1

White
503 (39.1 %)
Hispanic
373 (29.0 %)
Black
331 (25.7 %)
Two or More
64 (5.0 %)
American Indian
10 (0.8 %)
Asian
5 (0.4 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Harnett County Schools
Phone:	(910)897-8121
Website:	http://www.harnett.k12.nc.us/Domain/32
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,287
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	71.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,267
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 9 396

Grade 10 334

Grade 11 287

Grade 12 270