Knightdale High School of Collaborative Design is a public high school part of the Wake County Public School System located in Knightdale, North Carolina.
Serving 1,695 students in grades 9-12, Knightdale High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knightdale High School's student population of 1,695 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,695 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Knightdale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knightdale High School is 0.64, 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
#1711 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)32%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
39%
22%
Black
45%
24%
White
10%
42%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)89%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knightdale High School's ranking?
Knightdale High School is ranked #1711 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knightdale High School?
The graduation rate of Knightdale High School is 89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Knightdale High School?
1,695 students attend Knightdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Knightdale High School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knightdale High School?
Knightdale High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knightdale High School offer ?
Knightdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knightdale High School part of?
Knightdale High School is part of Wake County Schools.
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