Hugh M. Cummings High School

Hugh M. Cummings High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2200 N Mebane St,  Burlington, NC
Alamance-Burlington Schools
3.4
3.0
813 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms Latasha Fonville
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.35
Graduation Rate
72%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
C+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.35
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
47
Full Time Teachers
47
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
520
Verbal
510
Average ACT
19
Math
18
English
17
Reading
20
Science
19
Number of AP Courses
5
AP Pass Rate
26.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
311:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.6%
Female
45.4%
Hispanic
55.6%
Black
34.9%
White
5.5%
Two or more races
3.5%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 117 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 104 Students
North Carolina A&T State University 99 Students
North Carolina State University 93 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 82 Students
Appalachian State University 77 Students
Alamance Community College 76 Students
Winston-Salem State University 73 Students
Elon University 72 Students
East Carolina University 71 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 48 Students
Business 31 Students
Psychology 26 Students
Biology 21 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 16 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 12 Students
Physical Therapy 12 Students
Computer Science 10 Students
Criminology 9 Students
Accounting 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 148 Reviews
4.0 Senior
3/24/2025
It's a well diverse school that tries reaching out to students with many different opportunities of being to broaden a students knowledge.
4.0 Junior
1/23/2024
My experience at Cummings High school has been a mostly good one. The connections I've made and the opportunity to engage in diverse subjects was probably the best thing. However, there's a significant gap on the emphasis placed on strong writing and math skills. There are only 2 AP classes you can take in your senior year. School may not be for everyone, but prioritizing real-world skills would undoubtedly benefit a broader range of students.
4.0 Junior
6/14/2020
I loved how the teachers helped us and how they was always willing to help everyone that needed it and not just help with school work but if you had problems and didn't know who to come to they will make you feel comfortable enough to come talk to them.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 5 Reviews
1.0 other
12/1/2024
Teachers be having an attitude and the school dont prepare the students for college .
4.0 student
3/10/2022
While the school isn't that great quality-wise, the teachers are usually not there for the money and are there to help. Also, the lack of bullying here is amazing especially since I was constantly bullied for having Autism back in Northern Guilford Middle.
1.0 other
10/8/2016
I went to this school and I have intentionally made sure that my children will NEVER attend this school..I refuse to move anywhere near this district! I watched kids beat and bully other kids when I attended! I seen a boy have his head pounded into the concrete at the bus lot by another boy. The tea...
4.0 teacher
7/21/2013
My school is Cummings High School. I have taught there for over ten years. I have my master's degree in teaching and National Board Certification. You will find treasure in the staff of this school!!!! Each and every teacher wants to be at this school and they are there to see that each student is s...

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Hugh M. Cummings High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Burlington, NC and is served by the Alamance-Burlington Schools in North Carolina. The school has a total enrollment of 813 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Hugh M. Cummings High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.35, the graduation rate is 72%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1030 and an ACT score of 19. The average home value in this area is $197,618. Discover additional schools in the area, like Graham High School, Southern Alamance High School, Ray Street Academy, and more. Learn more about what Burlington has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Hugh M. Cummings High School.

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