Overview

Wilkes Central High is a public school in Wilkesboro, NC, offering AP courses and a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 5 high schools in Wilkes County School District.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Wilkes Central High is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in North Carolina with the same grade levels.
4/10
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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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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


Neighborhood

1179 Moravian Falls Road
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
School leader: Ms Heather Freeman
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Nearby Schools

  • 8 /10
    Moravian Falls Elementary
    0.86 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 4 /10
    Central Wilkes Middle
    1.11 miles
    Public district; 6-8
  • NA
    Kim Dula Day Care
    1.18 miles
    Private; PK
  • 8 /10
    Wilkesboro Elementary
    1.59 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • NA
    Woodlown Child Development Center
    1.81 miles
    Private; PK
  • 9 /10
    Wilkes Early College High School
    1.83 miles
    Public district; 9-12
  • NA
    Pat's Day Care Center
    2.0 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
    Wilkes Community CLG Child Development Center
    2.19 miles
    Private; PK
  • NA
    Broc Head Start Cub Creek Center
    2.24 miles
    Private; PK
  • 9 /10
    Alexander Early College
    13.78 miles
    Public district; 9-12
  • 9 /10
    Wilkes Early College High School
    1.83 miles
    Public district; 9-12
  • 8 /10
    Moravian Falls Elementary
    0.86 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 8 /10
    North Wilkes High
    12.74 miles
    Public district; 9-12
  • 8 /10
    Wilkesboro Elementary
    1.59 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 7 /10
    Mulberry Elementary
    8.75 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 7 /10
    Millers Creek Elementary
    7.62 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5
  • 6 /10
    Sugar Loaf Elementary
    9.68 miles
    Public district; K-5
  • 5 /10
    Alexander Central High
    13.35 miles
    Public district; 9-12
  • 5 /10
    Mount Pleasant Elementary
    8.67 miles
    Public district; PK, K-5