Parkwood High School

Parkwood High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3220 Parkwood School Rd,  Monroe, NC
Union County Public Schools
3.7
4.7
1,055 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms Carole Alley
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
82%
Reading Proficiency
61%
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
61%
Math Proficiency
82%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
64
Full Time Teachers
64
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
570
Verbal
580
Average ACT
24
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
4
Equity
6
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
208:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.1%
Female
48.9%
White
68%
Hispanic
14.5%
Black
11.5%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian or 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.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 221 Students
Appalachian State University 175 Students
North Carolina State University 168 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 150 Students
Wingate University 139 Students
Western Carolina University 125 Students
University of North Carolina - Wilmington 105 Students
East Carolina University 104 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 73 Students
University of South Carolina 71 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 70 Students
Biology 61 Students
Nursing 58 Students
Business 55 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 20 Students
Accounting 20 Students
Elementary Education 19 Students
Criminology 18 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 18 Students
Computer Science 17 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 175 Reviews
3.0 Junior
6/20/2025
We are very limited in what we can do. Like fundraising for a school club. An administrator would not allow us to do certain even though other schools in the county allowed it.
4.0 Senior
1/25/2025
I think Parkwood is severely underdeveloped and has minimal funds which makes them very vulnerable to provide great care.
2.0 Alum
6/27/2024
Best part was being able to graduate early. Worst part was not being apart of a diverse class. I would like to see more Arts related activities for students. Everything shouldn't be all about sports.
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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 1,055 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 82% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 61% 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 1150 and an ACT score of 24. 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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