Polk County High School
596 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Polk County High School, located in Columbus, North Carolina, serves as the primary public secondary institution for Polk County. Situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the school is known for fostering a close-knit community environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and various opportunities for students to pursue college-level credits, helping to prepare graduates for both higher education and the modern workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Polk County High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture that plays a significant role in the student experience. The school supports a wide array of athletic programs, clubs, and arts initiatives, encouraging students to develop leadership skills and personal interests outside of their academic requirements. By balancing rigorous educational standards with a supportive school spirit, Polk County High School strives to cultivate a well-rounded student body capable of making positive contributions to their local community and beyond.
Beyond the classroom, Polk County High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture that plays a significant role in the student experience. The school supports a wide array of athletic programs, clubs, and arts initiatives, encouraging students to develop leadership skills and personal interests outside of their academic requirements. By balancing rigorous educational standards with a supportive school spirit, Polk County High School strives to cultivate a well-rounded student body capable of making positive contributions to their local community and beyond.
596
Total Students
32.1
Full-Time Teachers
18.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 433 |
| Hispanic | 93 |
| Black | 42 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 27 |
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White433 (72.7%)
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Hispanic93 (15.6%)
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Black42 (7.0%)
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Two or More27 (4.5%)
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Asian1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Polk County Schools |
| Phone: | (828)894-2525 |
| Website: | http://pchs.polkschoools.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 596 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 593 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
166
Grade 10
148
Grade 11
156
Grade 12
126
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 166 |
| Grade 10 | 148 |
| Grade 11 | 156 |
| Grade 12 | 126 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 292 | 49% |
| Male | 304 | 51% |
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