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McDowell High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
600 McDowell High Dr,
Marion, NC
Mcdowell County Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mr Edwin Spivey
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1110
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
72%
Reading Proficiency
47%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
83%
Niche Grade
B-
B
C+
C+
B-
C+
B-
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
72%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
91
Full Time Teachers
91
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1110
Math
540
Verbal
560
Average ACT
23
Math
21
English
22
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
35.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
278:1
Student Diversity
Male
55.7%
Female
44.3%
White
74.5%
Hispanic
16.2%
Two or more races
5%
Black
3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<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.
Appalachian State University
168 Students
Western Carolina University
156 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
104 Students
North Carolina State University
102 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
97 Students
East Carolina University
61 Students
McDowell Technical Community College
55 Students
Gardner-Webb University
54 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro
49 Students
University of North Carolina Asheville
48 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
48 Students
Nursing
46 Students
Biology
45 Students
Psychology
27 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
20 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
17 Students
Education
17 Students
Elementary Education
16 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
14 Students
Chemistry
13 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/1/2025
Overall, the experience wasn't terrible, but could be better. Some teachers are extremely helpful while some clearly pick favorites, don't allow students to learn a subject properly,etc. There is a wide variety of CTE courses that can be taken, but there could be improvement in teaching core classes.
11/3/2024
From the time I was a freshman I was not prepared for my journey through highschool, but now as my senior year turns to an end I realize how much being a part of my school community has affected me and helped to grow into the person I am today.
3/31/2021
Overall, this school is certainly not the worst high school I've ever seen. Most teachers are wonderful, just a bit old-fashioned. Some of the students are less than professional, but that's not the fault of the school. My only issue was the way the school system handled the scheduling during the COVID pandemic.
GreatSchools Reviews
2/23/2023
this school would rather target and prosecute the kids who are tardy and not the kids who are vaping and doing other things...? the teachers are good people but when it comes to students the school is over its head, they cannot control all the things going on around school and even if they could the...
12/20/2018
In the past three years, this school has improved tremendously. It shouldn't get a bad rap. The teachers truly care about the students, the graduation rate has gone up and it has so much student involvement.
12/9/2018
This school is more worried and concerned about THEIR image on paper than they are the students, what they are learning, their passions, and being their best.
10/12/2017
Mcdowell High School doesn't care about its students and their academic future.
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Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$98K - $1.5M
Homes For Sale
64
Average Home Value
$310,599
Median Lot Size
21,780 Sq Ft
% Renters
41%
Average Household Income
$57,825
% of College Grads
17.5%
Median Age
42
Average House Size
1,686 Sq Ft
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Parks in this Area
The Park
Mc Dowell County Recreation
Clinchfield Community Park
Creek Wise Disc Golf Course
Cross Mill Community Park
Lake James State Park
Joseph McDowell Historical Catawba Greenway
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McDowell High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Marion, NC, in the Marion neighborhood, and is served by the Mcdowell County Schools in North Carolina. The school has a total enrollment of 1,384 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 72% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. McDowell High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 83%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1110 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $310,599. Discover additional schools in the area, like New Manna Christian School, Nebo Crossing Academy, Altapass Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Marion has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near McDowell High School.