Fuquay-varina High School

201 Bengal Blvd
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 1,940 students in grades 9-12, Fuquay-varina High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,940 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : 92% (Top 20% in NC)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 55% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Fuquay-varina High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

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School Overview

Fuquay-varina High School's student population of 1,940 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,940 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
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School Rankings

Fuquay-varina High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fuquay-varina High School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#547 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Fuquay-varina High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
62%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Fuquay-varina High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
67%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Fuquay-varina High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
55%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Fuquay-varina High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Fuquay-varina High School and the public school average student teacher ratio of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian students in Fuquay-varina High School and percentage of American Indian public school students in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2011-12 school year data.
Asian
3%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Fuquay-varina High School and the percentage of Asian public school students in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
19%
20%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Fuquay-varina High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
15%
25%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Fuquay-varina High School and the percentage of Black public school students in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
58%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Fuquay-varina High School and the percentage of White public school students in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Fuquay-varina High School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in North Carolina.
0.61
This chart displays the diversity score of Fuquay-varina High School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
92%
86%
This chart displays graduation rate of Fuquay-varina High School and public school graduation rate of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Fuquay-varina High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Fuquay-varina High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fuquay-varina High School's ranking?
Fuquay-varina High School is ranked #547 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Fuquay-varina High School often compared to?
Fuquay-varina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Spring High School, Holly Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fuquay-varina High School?
The graduation rate of Fuquay-varina High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Fuquay-varina High School?
1,940 students attend Fuquay-varina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Fuquay-varina High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fuquay-varina High School?
Fuquay-varina High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fuquay-varina High School offer ?
Fuquay-varina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fuquay-varina High School part of?
Fuquay-varina High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   9/15/2021
The school is a brand new facility this year. It is a beautiful and modern campus. It reminds me of a college campus. The principal is highly involved with the students and faculty. He is approachable and always ready to listen. The teachers also have great enthusiasm for their students and are responsive to parent questions. Both of my sons go to school here and both have had wonderful experiences so far.
- Posted by Parent - FVHS Parent
2   1/17/2015
Fuquay Varina High School is the worst school in the nation . The teachers are clueless and some teach classes that have no experience prior to subject . All the school cares about is football and their pride . Drugs are a huge problem at the school . I have smelled students that smell like weed and no one notices and no one cares .And all students have to pay 20.00 per class and pay for everything else . For any parents with upcoming high school students ,I suggest that you should not bring your child to Fuquay Varina High School .
- Posted by Student/Alumni - jeffr

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,940 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : 92% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 62% (Top 30%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 55% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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