North Rowan High

300 North Whitehead Ave
Spencer, NC 28159

nrhs.rss.k12.nc.us

589 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

North Rowan High School, located in Spencer, North Carolina, is a key institution within the Rowan-Salisbury School System. Serving the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances academic rigor with personal development. As a cornerstone of the Spencer area, North Rowan is committed to preparing its students for success in higher education and the workforce by fostering an environment that encourages critical thinking, civic responsibility, and lifelong learning.

Beyond its academic curriculum, North Rowan High School is known for its vibrant school spirit and strong emphasis on extracurricular involvement. The school offers a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations that allow students to explore their interests, build leadership skills, and connect with their peers. By maintaining a focus on both student achievement and community engagement, North Rowan strives to provide a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.

589

Total Students

37.7

Full-Time Teachers

15.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Rowan High
Demographic	Student Count
White	143
Hispanic	129
Black	247
Asian	10
Two or More	59
American Indian	1

Black
247 (41.9 %)
White
143 (24.3 %)
Hispanic
129 (21.9 %)
Two or More
59 (10.0 %)
Asian
10 (1.7 %)
American Indian
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:	Rowan-Salisbury Schools
Phone:	(704)636-4420
Website:	http://nrhs.rss.k12.nc.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	589
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	37.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
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 9 192

Grade 10 139

Grade 11 140

Grade 12 118