Research Triangle High School, commonly abbreviated RTHS, is a charter school with a STEM focus located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. The school opened in August 2012 with an initial class of 160 freshmen, and now enrolls approximately 590 students in grades 9–12.
Serving 572 students in grades 9-12, Research Triangle High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Research Triangle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Research Triangle High School's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2012
Colors
Green, Forest Green, Silver
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Research Triangle High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Research Triangle High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#173 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
16%
24%
White
35%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)80-84%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Research Triangle High School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raptor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Research Triangle High School's ranking?
Research Triangle High School is ranked #173 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Research Triangle High School?
The graduation rate of Research Triangle High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Research Triangle High School?
572 students attend Research Triangle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Research Triangle High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Research Triangle High School?
Research Triangle High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Research Triangle High School offer ?
Research Triangle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Research Triangle High School part of?
Research Triangle High School is part of Research Triangle High School District.
In what neighborhood is Research Triangle High School located?
Research Triangle High School is located in the Research Triangle Park neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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