Tuscola High School is a public senior high school located in Waynesville, North Carolina, United States, about 30 miles west-southwest of Asheville.
Serving 873 students in grades 9-12, Tuscola High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuscola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tuscola High School's student population of 873 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
873 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tuscola 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 Tuscola High School is 0.30, 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
#356 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
83%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mountaineers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuscola High School's ranking?
Tuscola High School is ranked #356 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Tuscola High School often compared to?
Tuscola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pisgah High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tuscola High School?
The graduation rate of Tuscola High School is 89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Tuscola High School?
873 students attend Tuscola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Tuscola High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuscola High School?
Tuscola High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tuscola High School offer ?
Tuscola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tuscola High School part of?
Tuscola High School is part of Haywood County Schools.
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