Parkwood High School

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Parkwood High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3220 Parkwood School Rd,  Monroe, NC
Union County Public Schools
3.7
4.7
1,082 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms Carole Alley
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
66%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
94%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
66%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
64
Full Time Teachers
64
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
570
Verbal
590
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
23
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
47.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
5
Equity
7
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
208:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.8%
Female
48.2%
White
65.1%
Hispanic
17.3%
Black
10.8%
Two or more races
5.9%
Asian
<1%
Native American
<1%
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 242 Students
Appalachian State University 179 Students
North Carolina State University 177 Students
Wingate University 158 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 152 Students
Western Carolina University 135 Students
University of North Carolina - Wilmington 111 Students
East Carolina University 104 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 88 Students
University of South Carolina 73 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 74 Students
Biology 64 Students
Business 61 Students
Nursing 58 Students
Accounting 23 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 20 Students
Elementary Education 20 Students
Small Business Management 20 Students
Marketing 19 Students
Education 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 167 Reviews
5.0 Senior
11/2/2024
My experience at Parkwood High School is amazing. The teachers and staff are like no other, they are alway there and make sure the students are ready for when they graduate, weather you are going to college or a trade. I wouldn't trade going Parkwood high school for anything, they have prepared me for the real world and I'm ready to see where it takes me.
4.0 Alum
9/17/2024
I enjoyed my time at Parkwood High School. I played baseball all 4 years, first on the JV then 3 years on Varsity. I was also the Student Athletic Dept intern first semester of my senior year, and I spent a lot of time with the football, and basketball coaches and team. I announced their games. I go to college with several of my high school friends. Parkwood HS was a great experience for me.
4.0 Senior
3/24/2021
Attending Parkwood High School has been a great opportunity for me. I don't necessarily enjoy school (I don't know anyone who does), but I am incredibly appreciative of the opportunities that have been presented to me there, from taking college level courses that continually challenge me, to making friendships that I never would have made otherwise. Every one of my teachers has been encouraging and dedicated to their students' success. If I had to change anything, I would ad a few more extracurricular programs that have people dedicated to their success. Specifically with the arts. There use to be an equestrian program as well that I was involved in, but it keeps fading in and out of existence. The other thing I would change is to make smaller classes. This is an issue all over the USA, but all the same, it is difficult to learn in the large crowded classes, and extremely hard for the teachers to make the individual needs of their students.
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GreatSchools Reviews
4.7 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
12/27/2025
Amazing environment with teachers and administration that truly care. Faith and family school where kids are held accountable but the teachers provide guidance and great instruction. The school is a hidden gem where kids aren't made to feel they need to keep up with the Jones'.
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5.0 parent
9/1/2025
This is the best high school ever. As a parent of 3 children, 2 who have already graduated from Parkwood, they had the best experience. The teachers, staff and administrators really care about the kids and it shows. Parkwood HS is the best kept secret in NC. Country living is the best!
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5.0 parent
2/19/2025
Great school, veteran staff who care a lot, I'm so happy the Bond was passed to replaced the aging building. These students deserve the best!
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5.0 parent
6/19/2023
Very close family community that is safe with great teachers.
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Parkwood High School

Parkwood High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Monroe, NC and is served by the Union County Public Schools in North Carolina. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,082 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 66% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Parkwood High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 94%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 23. Discover additional schools in the area, like Parkwood Middle School, Prospect Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Monroe has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Parkwood High School.

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