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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raptors
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district is West Triangle High School part of?
West Triangle High School is part of West Triangle High School District.
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