At a glance
Reported students
146
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
6.58
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
22.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina high enrollment
17th percentile
Compared with 617 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
388
Discovery High School: 146 reported students.
State peer staffing position
76th percentile
22.2:1 reported; state peer median 18.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 210
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19.1:1
What the reported data says about Discovery High School
Discovery High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Newton. It is one of 7 current school records connected to Newton Conover City Schools. NCES reports 146 students for 2024–25.
Among 617 high schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 623 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 17th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 22.2:1, above the North Carolina median of 18.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (58.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (19.2%). These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 13 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Discovery High School
- 1How do the reported 22.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 6.58 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 29.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White58.2%
- Hispanic19.2%
- Black2.7%
- Asian10.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial9.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
13 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Newton Conover City Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Newton-Conover High
High · Grades 09–12
724 reported students
Conover Special Education
Other · Grades PK–12
107 reported students
South Newton Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
328 reported students
North Newton Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
388 reported students
Shuford Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
402 reported students
Newton-Conover Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
559 reported students
Public schools near Discovery High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton-Conover High High · Newton Conover City Schools | 09–12 | 724 | 0.2 mi |
| Challenger Early College High High · Catawba County Schools | 09–12 | 376 | 3.9 mi |
| Maiden High High · Catawba County Schools | 09–12 | 852 | 6.9 mi |
| Saint Stephens High High · Catawba County Schools | 09–12 | 1,268 | 6.9 mi |
| Hickory Career Arts Magnet High School High · Hickory City Schools | 09–12 | 201 | 7.5 mi |
| Bunker Hill High High · Catawba County Schools | 09–12 | 845 | 7.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Discovery High School
What grades does Discovery High School serve?
Discovery High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Newton Conover City Schools.
How many students attend Discovery High School?
Discovery High School reported 146 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 17th percentile among 617 North Carolina high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 210 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Discovery High School?
The calculated ratio is 22.2:1, based on 146 students and 6.58 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 18.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Discovery High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Discovery High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Newton Conover City Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Discovery High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
29.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Discovery High School in?
Discovery High School is part of Newton Conover City Schools, based in Newton, NC, which operates 7 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Discovery High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Newton-Conover High (0.2 mi), Challenger Early College High (3.9 mi), Maiden High (6.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.