Very Good
#906 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 34% in state
Tuscola High
High School · Haywood County Schools
564 Tuscola School Rd, Waynesville, NC 28786
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#906 of 2,648
In Waynesville
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
Haywood County Schools
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Tuscola High
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About Tuscola High
Tuscola High is a public high school in Waynesville, NC, part of Haywood County Schools. Tuscola High serves approximately 908 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tuscola High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #906 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Tuscola High show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Tuscola High — Students at Tuscola High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Tuscola High Compares
See how Tuscola High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
564 Tuscola School Rd, Waynesville, NC 28786
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tuscola High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pisgah High (rated 8.1/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ACADEMY AT SOAR, SOAR INC. (rated 7.4/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Haywood Early College (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Clyde), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Waynesville, see our Waynesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Junaluska Elementary Waynesville | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Haywood Early College Clyde | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Shining Rock Classical Academy Waynesville | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| BLUE RIDGE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waynesville | 2.2 mi | — |
| HAYWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waynesville | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Central Haywood High Waynesville | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Clyde Elementary Clyde | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Waynesville Middle Waynesville | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Riverbend Elementary Clyde | 4.2 mi | 9.0 |
| ACADEMY AT SOAR, SOAR INC. Waynesville | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Bethel Elementary Canton | 4.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Bethel Middle Waynesville | 4.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Hazelwood Elementary Waynesville | 4.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Jonathan Valley Elementary Waynesville | 4.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Canton Middle Canton | 6.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Pisgah High Canton | 6.2 mi | 8.1 |
| North Canton Elementary Canton | 6.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary Canton | 7.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Maggie Valley | 8.1 mi | — |
| Pisgah Elementary Candler | 12.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,047
Median Home Value
$266,800
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
22,153
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
49.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tuscola High
What grades does Tuscola High serve?
Tuscola High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Tuscola High?
Tuscola High has an enrollment of approximately 908 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tuscola High?
The student-teacher ratio at Tuscola High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tuscola High rank in NC?
Tuscola High ranks #906 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Tuscola High's MySchoolScout rating?
Tuscola High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Tuscola High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tuscola High has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Tuscola High a charter school?
No, Tuscola High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tuscola High a Title I school?
No, Tuscola High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tuscola High?
99.7% of students at Tuscola High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 908
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Haywood County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (828) 456-2408
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Haywood County Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,566
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,458
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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