Fuquay-Varina High School is a public high school in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. The current principal is Robert James, who took that position in 2022. FVHS was named a "School of Distinction" in 2003, 2004, and 2005.
Serving 1,858 students in grades 9-12, Fuquay-varina High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fuquay-varina High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fuquay-varina High School's student population of 1,858 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,858 students
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Fuquay-varina High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fuquay-varina High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#547 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)62%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
15%
24%
White
58%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wake County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bengal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fuquay-varina High School's ranking?
Fuquay-varina High School is ranked #547 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Fuquay-varina High School often compared to?
Fuquay-varina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fuquay-varina High School?
The graduation rate of Fuquay-varina High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Fuquay-varina High School?
1,858 students attend Fuquay-varina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Fuquay-varina High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fuquay-varina High School?
Fuquay-varina High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fuquay-varina High School offer ?
Fuquay-varina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fuquay-varina High School part of?
Fuquay-varina High School is part of Wake County Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Fuquay Varina High School is the worst school in the nation . The teachers are clueless and some teach classes that have no experience prior to subject . All the school cares about is football and their pride . Drugs are a huge problem at the school . I have smelled students that smell like weed and no one notices and no one cares .And all students have to pay 20.00 per class and pay for everything else . For any parents with upcoming high school students ,I suggest that you should not bring your child to Fuquay Varina High School .
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