Discovery High School

Discovery High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
301 W 18th St,  Newton, NC
Newton Conover City Schools
4.5
4.5
162 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Shane Whitener
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
81%
Reading Proficiency
81%
Average GPA
3.79
Graduation Rate
100%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
A-
College Prep
A-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.79
Reading Proficiency
81%
Math Proficiency
81%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
7
Full Time Teachers
7
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
600
Verbal
610
Average ACT
27
Math
25
English
27
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
23.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
211:1

Student Diversity

Female
59.9%
Male
40.1%
White
57.1%
Hispanic
19%
Asian
12.2%
Two or more races
8.8%
Black
2.7%

School Rankings

#21 Best Magnet HS in North Carolina
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
North Carolina State University 137 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 133 Students
Appalachian State University 126 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 97 Students
Western Carolina University 86 Students
University of North Carolina - Wilmington 54 Students
Wake Forest University 54 Students
Lenoir-Rhyne University 54 Students
Duke University 52 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 48 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 45 Students
Biology 43 Students
Business 19 Students
Political Science and Government 19 Students
Nursing 17 Students
Computer Science 17 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Pre-Law Studies 15 Students
Graphic Design 15 Students
English 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 57 Reviews
5.0 Senior
4/2/2026
This school is very great at preparing students for college and life while also getting that high school experience unlike other schools around here.
5.0 Senior
8/28/2024
I love Discovery High School, the community is welcoming and engaging. It's a very small school so we do not have as much as other schools might but it makes it more enjoyable to know everyone there.
5.0 Senior
8/29/2023
Discovery is honestly such an amazing school to attend if you're looking for that college experience or wanting to be treated like a real human. You are truly seen at Discovery as we are always getting together as a school and doing fun activities. You get to experience a different high school feeling. You also get the opportunity to do more things you wouldn't be able to do elsewhere.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 17 Reviews
5.0 student
4/23/2020
My experience so far is great, they give AP courses which is great for your GPA and College. The honor clases are great, and the courses that are offered, give you a chance to experience and learn about different things. The school also makes you feel like a family, and they dont single you out.
5.0 parent
8/27/2019
Has been an excellent Honors/AP & College Ready school for our son. He is in his Sr year and has loved all the classes/subjects offered and the opportunity to take local community college class pathways as well. Every school has its struggles so it is not perfect but has been an overall great experi...
4.0 student
4/10/2018
I had a tough middle school, and often was left behind in lessons and was bullied by the kids. When I came to Discovery, it was like heaven. Everyone here is nice and welcoming. Most of us are nerds, so we have a lot of common interests. The teachers are amazing, not perfect, but getting there. When...
5.0 other
9/27/2016
Our community is lucky to have such an awesome school. Teachers teach kids how to think, not what to think. My son has done fantastic his four years there. And Mr. Robinson is commited to the students and improving our education system. You simply cannot go wrong with Discovery.

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Discovery High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Newton, NC, in the Newton neighborhood, and is served by the Newton Conover City Schools in North Carolina. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 162 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 81% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 81% are proficient in reading. Discovery High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.79, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $308,655. Discover additional schools in the area, like Newton-Conover High School, Conover Special Education, Tri-City Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Newton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Discovery High School.

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