What grades does West Caldwell High serve?

West Caldwell High operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Lenoir area.

Where is West Caldwell High located?

West Caldwell High is a rural school in Lenoir, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Caldwell High?

The student-teacher ratio at West Caldwell High is 14.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Lenoir, NC?

Schools in Lenoir include West Caldwell High and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Lenoir area.

NCHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

West Caldwell High — School Profile & District Info

High|Lenoir, North Carolina|Caldwell County Schools

Lenoir, NC 28645

School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

687

Student:Teacher

14.6:1

Locale

Rural

District

Caldwell County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.1%

Phone

(828)758-5583

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50-54%

Math Proficiency

35-39%

Graduation Rate

80-84%

Chronic Absenteeism

26.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

2 courses offered

9 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

81 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

48 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

166 test takers

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.9:1

Better than average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

830

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

98% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,066

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,796

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,874

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 16%State 65%Local 19%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$261,610

+0.9% 1yr+39.6% 5yr

Hickory, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

26.1%

Below 150% poverty line

5.8%

Unemployment rate

11.3%

Uninsured residents

18.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,655

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,508

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

449 (30%)

Speech/Language Impairment

297 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

261 (17%)

Autism

190 (13%)

Intellectual Disability

112 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

29 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

634

Current enrollment

Declining(-13% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about West Caldwell High

West Caldwell High currently enrolls 687 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in NC.

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