Harper Middle College High School serves 148 students in grades 11-13.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and 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: 11-13
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harper Middle College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Harper Middle College High School's student population of 148 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-13
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harper Middle College High School is 0.73, 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)
≥90%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
31%
20%
Black
29%
25%
White
30%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Harper Middle College High School?
The graduation rate of Harper Middle College High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Harper Middle College High School?
148 students attend Harper Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Harper Middle College High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 29% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harper Middle College High School?
Harper Middle College High School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harper Middle College High School offer ?
Harper Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 11-13
What school district is Harper Middle College High School part of?
Harper Middle College High School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Harper Middle College High School located?
Harper Middle College High School is located in the Montclaire South neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Montclaire South.
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