Massey Hill Classical High School is a high school in Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina. The main building of the Massey Hill Classical High School was built in 1925. It is a two-story brick building on a raised basement in the Classical Revival-style.
Serving 273 students in grades 9-12, Massey Hill Classical High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Massey Hill Classical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Massey Hill Classical High School's student population of 273 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Massey Hill Classical 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 Massey Hill Classical High School is 0.71, 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
#761 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
18%
24%
White
46%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cumberland County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Piracy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Massey Hill Classical High School's ranking?
Massey Hill Classical High School is ranked #761 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Massey Hill Classical High School often compared to?
Massey Hill Classical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jack Britt High School, Cumberland Polytechnic by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Massey Hill Classical High School?
The graduation rate of Massey Hill Classical High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Massey Hill Classical High School?
273 students attend Massey Hill Classical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Massey Hill Classical High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Massey Hill Classical High School?
Massey Hill Classical High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Massey Hill Classical High School offer ?
Massey Hill Classical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Massey Hill Classical High School part of?
Massey Hill Classical High School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Massey Hill Classical High School located?
Massey Hill Classical High School is located in the Douglas Byrd neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 14 other public schools located in Douglas Byrd.
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