Crest High School is a public high school in Shelby, North Carolina. It is part of the Cleveland County Schools district.
Serving 1,098 students in grades 9-12, Crest High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,098 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crest High School's student population of 1,098 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,098 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Motto
Chargers Rising to Excellence and Success Together
School Rankings
Crest High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crest High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#341 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
23%
24%
White
61%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crest High School's ranking?
Crest High School is ranked #341 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Crest High School often compared to?
Crest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burns High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crest High School?
The graduation rate of Crest High School is 85%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Crest High School?
1,098 students attend Crest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Crest High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crest High School?
Crest High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crest High School offer ?
Crest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crest High School part of?
Crest High School is part of Cleveland County Schools.
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