NCHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Alexander Central High — School Profile & District Info

High|Taylorsville, North Carolina|Alexander County Schools

Taylorsville, NC 28681

School Profile

Grades
9–12
Enrollment
1,248
Student:Teacher
14.9:1
Locale
Rural
Econ. Disadvantaged
99.8%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
60%
78th percentile in NC
Math Proficiency
65-69%
Graduation Rate
84%
Chronic Absenteeism
10.0%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program
12 courses offered
Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Athletics
22 sports offered
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.2:1
Near average in NC

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$12,929
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 18%State 63%Local 19%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$261,610
+0.9% YoY
Hickory, NC metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,254
Current enrollment
Stable(+4% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Alexander Central High

As of the most recent data, 1,248 students are enrolled at Alexander Central High. It is a High school within the local district.

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