Aspire Trade High School serves 270 students in grades 9-11.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Trade High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Aspire Trade High School's student population of 270 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Aspire Trade High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
31%
22%
Black
37%
24%
White
22%
42%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Aspire Trade High School?
270 students attend Aspire Trade High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Aspire Trade High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspire Trade High School?
Aspire Trade High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aspire Trade High School offer ?
Aspire Trade High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Aspire Trade High School part of?
Aspire Trade High School is part of Aspire Trade High School District.
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