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
27:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
90%
Reading Proficiency
90%
Average GPA
3.78
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 Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.78
Reading Proficiency
90%
Math Proficiency
90%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
27:1
Teachers
6
Full Time Teachers
6
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
600
Verbal
620
Average ACT
27
Math
25
English
27
Reading
29
Science
28
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

9
Test Scores
10
Equity
10
College Readiness
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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
211:1

Student Diversity

Female
55.4%
Male
44.6%
White
69.4%
Hispanic
16.6%
Two or more races
7.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.6%
Black
3.1%

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 135 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 130 Students
Appalachian State University 124 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 97 Students
Western Carolina University 86 Students
Lenoir-Rhyne University 54 Students
University of North Carolina - Wilmington 50 Students
Duke University 50 Students
Wake Forest University 50 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 45 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 44 Students
Biology 41 Students
Business 19 Students
Computer Science 19 Students
Political Science and Government 17 Students
Nursing 15 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Graphic Design 14 Students
Pre-Law Studies 13 Students
Environmental Science 13 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 57 Reviews
4.0 Senior
10/22/2024
very good school! provides many opportunities to challenge yourself and the teachers are super supportive and passionate.
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 Sophomore
6/4/2024
This school was my first choice for a high school since there is four different options for high school in this district. Even though I was put into a raffle to get in, I'm so glad I did. The teachers and classes are amazing and I actually feel like I have some chance at getting the colleges that I want to look at me.
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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.
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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...
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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...
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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

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 27:1. Academic records show that 90% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 90% 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 3.78, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $303,748. 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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