Overview

Mount Airy High is a public school in Mount Airy, NC, offering AP courses, Project Lead The Way curriculum, and a Gifted & Talented program. It is the only high school in Mount Airy City School District.

School Rating

Mount Airy High is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in North Carolina with the same grade levels.
7/10
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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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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

1011 North South Street
Mount Airy, NC 27030
School leader: Mr Jason Dorsett
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