South Caldwell High School
7035 Spartan Dr, Hudson, NC 28638
Public Pre-K, High School 9th to 12th
Students
1,299
Math Proficiency
52%
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Reading Proficiency
61%
Freedom High School
511 Independence Blvd, Morganton, NC 28655
Public High School 9th to 12th
Students
1,374
SAT Overall Score
1180
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
ACT Overall Score
24
West Caldwell High School
300 W Caldwell Dr, Lenoir, NC 28645
Public High School 9th to 12th
Students
687
SAT Overall Score
1120
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
ACT Overall Score
22
Jimmy C. Draughn High School
709 Lovelady Rd, Valdese, NC 28690
Public High School 9th to 12th
Students
656
SAT Overall Score
1130
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
ACT Overall Score
23
Valley View Day Program School
2130 Hwy 18, Morganton, NC 28655
Private High School 9th to 10th
Students
4
For families seeking quality education in Smoky Creek, NC the area offers 5 school options serving High School grade levels, including the highly-rated Jimmy C. Draughn High School (8/10 on GreatSchools). Local schools demonstrate strong academic achievement, with top performers reaching 79% math proficiency. Learn more about what Smoky Creek has to offer and view additional schools in nearby cities and neighborhoods.
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