Serving 85 students in grades 9-13, Citi High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Citi High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Citi High School's student population of 85 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Citi 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 Citi High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
51%
25%
White
17%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citi High School's ranking?
Citi High School is ranked #378 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Citi High School?
85 students attend Citi High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Citi High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Citi High School?
Citi High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Citi High School offer ?
Citi High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Citi High School part of?
Citi High School is part of Nash County School District.
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