Lake Norman High

www.iss.k12.nc.us/schools/lnhs

1,986 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Lake Norman High School, located in Mooresville, North Carolina, is a prominent public high school serving the Iredell-Statesville School District. Situated in a rapidly growing suburban area near the shores of Lake Norman, the school is known for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and extracurricular involvement. It serves a diverse student body and is committed to preparing its students for success in higher education and the global workforce through a wide array of challenging courses and vocational opportunities.

Beyond its core curriculum, Lake Norman High is highly regarded for its robust athletic programs and active student organizations, which play a central role in the school’s community spirit. The campus offers a variety of extracurriculars, ranging from competitive sports teams—often referred to as the "Wildcats"—to arts, music, and academic clubs. By balancing a strong focus on scholarship with a vibrant social and athletic culture, Lake Norman High aims to provide a well-rounded experience that supports the holistic development of every student.

1,986

Total Students

85.3

Full-Time Teachers

23.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

19.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lake Norman High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,511
Hispanic	195
Black	100
Asian	72
Two or More	101
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	3

White
1,511 (76.1 %)
Hispanic
195 (9.8 %)
Two or More
101 (5.1 %)
Black
100 (5.0 %)
Asian
72 (3.6 %)
American Indian
4 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.2 %)

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:	Iredell-Statesville Schools
Phone:	(704)799-8555
Website:	http://www.iss.k12.nc.us/schools/lnhs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,986
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	85.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	348
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	29

* 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 9 495

Grade 10 496

Grade 11 526

Grade 12 469