Harding University High School is located at 2001 Alleghany Street, in Charlotte, North Carolina. It was established as a Math, Science, and Technology school in 1992, and added an International Baccalaureate to its program in 1995. The motto of the school has changed several times.
Serving 1,204 students in grades 9-12, Harding University High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 69% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding University High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harding University High School's student population of 1,204 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1935
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Harding University High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding University High School is 0.49, 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
#2143 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
67%
24%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)69%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding University High School's ranking?
Harding University High School is ranked #2143 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Harding University High School often compared to?
Harding University High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harding University High School?
The graduation rate of Harding University High School is 69%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Harding University High School?
1,204 students attend Harding University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Harding University High School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harding University High School?
Harding University High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harding University High School offer ?
Harding University High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harding University High School part of?
Harding University High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Harding University High School located?
Harding University High School is located in the Westerly Hills neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Westerly Hills.
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