Overview

William Amos Hough High is a public school in Cornelius, NC, offering AP courses, 2 sports, and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 37 high schools in Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District.
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School Rating

William Amos Hough High is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in North Carolina with the same grade levels.
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College Success

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Advanced Courses

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Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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About the School


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Neighborhood

12420 Bailey Road
Cornelius, NC 28031
School leader: Mr David Farley
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  • 10 /10
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  • NA
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  • NA
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  • 2 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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    Public district; K-8
  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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    Public district; 6-8
  • 10 /10
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