Serving 284 students in grades 9-13, Cumberland Polytechnic ranks in the top 5% 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 90-94% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cumberland Polytechnic ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Cumberland Polytechnic's student population of 284 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cumberland Polytechnic is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
39%
25%
White
32%
44%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cumberland Polytechnic often compared to?
Cumberland Polytechnicis often viewed alongside schools like Massey Hill Classical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cumberland Polytechnic?
The graduation rate of Cumberland Polytechnic is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cumberland Polytechnic?
284 students attend Cumberland Polytechnic.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Cumberland Polytechnic students are Black, 32% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cumberland Polytechnic?
Cumberland Polytechnic has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cumberland Polytechnic offer ?
Cumberland Polytechnic offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cumberland Polytechnic part of?
Cumberland Polytechnic is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Cumberland Polytechnic located?
Cumberland Polytechnic is located in the Terry Sanford neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Terry Sanford.
School Reviews
5 5/3/2010
Outstanding academic program! Safe family-like environment. The name and address has changed. It is Howard Health & Life Sciences High School.
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