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Challenger Early College High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
2550 US Highway 70 SE,
Hickory, NC
Catawba County Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mr Fred Whalen
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
90%
Reading Proficiency
95%
Average GPA
3.67
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
A-
B+
A-
A-
B
B-
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.67
Reading Proficiency
95%
Math Proficiency
90%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
15
Full Time Teachers
15
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
570
Verbal
580
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
24
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
10
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
185:1
Student Diversity
Female
67.3%
Male
32.7%
White
40.3%
Hispanic
31%
Asian or Pacific Islander
15.9%
Two or more races
9.1%
Black
3.4%
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 at Charlotte
199 Students
North Carolina State University
143 Students
Appalachian State University
141 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
133 Students
Western Carolina University
121 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro
108 Students
Lenoir-Rhyne University
79 Students
East Carolina University
73 Students
University of North Carolina - Wilmington
65 Students
Gardner-Webb University
50 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology
63 Students
Psychology
61 Students
Business
39 Students
Nursing
36 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
21 Students
Computer Science
20 Students
Political Science and Government
17 Students
Chemistry
17 Students
Pre-Law Studies
15 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
14 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/28/2025
Challenger Early College High School has been a very good experience for me in my high-school years. They provided me with much guidance on life after high school and prepared me with good life skills. The teachers are there to work along with you and help you realize who you are going to become or want to become.
8/6/2024
Challenger has helped me mature in my academics, social skills, and career path. I have met so many amazing people whether it be the teachers or students I have never met such a diverse community. The only downside is communication on deadlines or other events being managed.
6/27/2024
It's been really helpful to have dual enrollment classes so we can achieve our associates degree early and I think all of the staff and students are reliable when it comes to the help and support you need!
GreatSchools Reviews
9/21/2024
I am a 2017 graduate of CHS. I had a wonderful experience at this school (so much that I’m hoping my daughters will attend when they go to high school). It was challenging but worth the hard work required! During the time I was there, parents were also heavily involved in academics via student lead...
3/25/2016
Great school to be at if you are motivated! Earn your college degree while everyone else is trying to just get a high school degree and struggling. Many talent ed students with Asian heritage so no room to slack off here.
2/7/2012
I used to be a student at CECHS and graduated back in May 2010. During my time at Challenger, I encountered the likes and dislike that most students generally deal with at any school. Overall, I really enjoyed my time there and found it extremely helpful. Most of the teachers at CECHS generally do c...
5/25/2011
I have never seen my son so happy for succeding so great in this school. This school really has made a huge positive impact in his life. He is finishing his 1st year with the "Highest Honor" in the school. We are really happy for his success.
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Map
List Price Range
$176K - $640K
Homes For Sale
184
Average Home Value
$293,353
Median Lot Size
16,117 Sq Ft
% Renters
50%
Average Household Income
$74,246
% of College Grads
29.2%
Median Age
40
Average House Size
1,627 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
79.8%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Additional Schools in the Area
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- 9th to 12th
- Private
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Challenger Early College High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Hickory, NC and is served by the Catawba County Schools in North Carolina. The school has a total enrollment of 362 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 90% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 95% are proficient in reading. Challenger Early College High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.67, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $293,353. Discover additional schools in the area, like Conover Special Education, Tree of Life Christian Academy, University Christian High School, and more. Learn more about what Hickory has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Challenger Early College High School.