Enka High

ehs.buncombeschools.org/

1,051 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Enka High School, located in Candler, North Carolina, is a public secondary institution serving the Buncombe County Schools district. Situated in a scenic area near Enka Lake, the school serves a diverse student body and is deeply rooted in the local community. The school prides itself on fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic preparation with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, fine arts, and various student-led clubs, all aimed at developing well-rounded individuals.

As a staple of the Candler community, Enka High is committed to preparing its students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes character development and community involvement, encouraging students to take pride in the "Jets" mascot and the school's long-standing traditions. By leveraging modern resources and a dedicated faculty, Enka High strives to provide an inclusive and supportive educational experience that meets the evolving needs of its students in the 21st century.

1,051

Total Students

63.7

Full-Time Teachers

16.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

99.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Enka High
Demographic	Student Count
White	710
Hispanic	266
Black	40
Asian	5
Two or More	26
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	2

White
710 (67.6%)
Hispanic
266 (25.3%)
Black
40 (3.8%)
Two or More
26 (2.5%)
Asian
5 (0.5%)
American Indian
2 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Buncombe County Schools
Phone:	(828)670-5000
Website:	http://ehs.buncombeschools.org/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,051
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	63.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,048
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 310

Grade 10 277

Grade 11 262

Grade 12 202