Serving 753 students in grades 9-12, Robert L. Patton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert L. Patton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Robert L. Patton High School's student population of 753 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert L. Patton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert L. Patton High School is 0.49, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#466 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
2%
25%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
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 is Robert L. Patton High School's ranking?
Robert L. Patton High School is ranked #466 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Robert L. Patton High School often compared to?
Robert L. Patton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom High School, East Burke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert L. Patton High School?
The graduation rate of Robert L. Patton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Robert L. Patton High School?
753 students attend Robert L. Patton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Robert L. Patton High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert L. Patton High School?
Robert L. Patton High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Robert L. Patton High School offer ?
Robert L. Patton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Robert L. Patton High School part of?
Robert L. Patton High School is part of Burke County Schools School District.
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