What grades does Jimmy C Draughn High School serve?

As a High school, Jimmy C Draughn High School serves students in Valdese, NC. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Jimmy C Draughn High School located?

You can find Jimmy C Draughn High School in Valdese, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jimmy C Draughn High School?

At Jimmy C Draughn High School, there are approximately 19.3 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Valdese, NC?

Jimmy C Draughn High School is among the schools serving Valdese, NC. The school is part of the local school system.

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Jimmy C Draughn High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Valdese, North Carolina|Burke County Schools

Valdese, NC 28690

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Mon

DHS BOOSTERS MEETINGEvent

Review the booster club notice for meeting agenda and membership information.

Oct

Wed

DHS School Improvement Team MEETINGEvent

Review the meeting agenda for school improvement initiatives and action items.

Oct

Mon

BMC Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Tue

BMC Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

BMC early release/half dayhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

1/2 Day Early Dismissal at 11:20, Parent Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

656

Student:Teacher

19.3:1

Locale

Rural

District

Burke County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.4%

Phone

(828)879-4200

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

65-69%

Math Proficiency

55-59%

Graduation Rate

>=95%

Chronic Absenteeism

7.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

14 courses offered

64 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

187 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

71 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

157 test takers

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.5:1

Worse than average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

609

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

0.75

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,261

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,298

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,847

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 22%State 62%Local 16%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$261,610

+0.9% 1yr+39.6% 5yr

Hickory, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.3%

Below 150% poverty line

6.3%

Unemployment rate

10.9%

Uninsured residents

15.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,921

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,767

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

566 (32%)

Speech/Language Impairment

342 (19%)

Other Health Impairment

274 (16%)

Autism

205 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

117 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

47 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

661

Current enrollment

Growing(+11% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

DHS BOOSTERS MEETING

Review the booster club notice for meeting agenda and membership information.

Event

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

DHS School Improvement Team MEETING

Review the meeting agenda for school improvement initiatives and action items.

Event

Mon, Oct 19, 2026

BMC Teacher Workday

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Burke County Schools. Jimmy C Draughn High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	BMC HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	DHS BOOSTERS MEETING Review the booster club notice for meeting agenda and membership information.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	DHS School Improvement Team MEETING Review the meeting agenda for school improvement initiatives and action items.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	BMC early release/half dayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	1/2 Day Early Dismissal at 11:20, Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	DHS BOOSTERS MEETING Review the booster club notice for meeting agenda and membership information.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	BMC HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	DHS School Improvement Team MEETING Review the meeting agenda for school improvement initiatives and action items.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School - Happy Thanksgiving!District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	BMC HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	BMC HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	BMC early release/half dayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	DHS School Improvement Team MEETING Review the meeting agenda for school improvement initiatives and action items.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	DHS BOOSTERS MEETING Review the booster club notice for meeting agenda and membership information.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	BMC ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	BMC ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	BMC early release/half dayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School - Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	DHS BOOSTERS MEETING Review the booster club notice for meeting agenda and membership information.	Event	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	DHS School Improvement Team MEETING Review the meeting agenda for school improvement initiatives and action items.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - MLK Jr. Day (Holiday)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	DHS BOOSTERS MEETING Review the booster club notice for meeting agenda and membership information.	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	DHS School Improvement Team MEETING Review the meeting agenda for school improvement initiatives and action items.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	BMC Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School - Teacher Workday - President's DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	DHS BOOSTERS MEETING Review the booster club notice for meeting agenda and membership information.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	DHS School Improvement Team MEETING Review the meeting agenda for school improvement initiatives and action items.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	No School - Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the workday date and any schedule changes.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Mar 16, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	BMC HolidayDistrict-wide Review the calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School - Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	DHS BOOSTERS MEETING Review the booster club notice for meeting agenda and membership information.	Event	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	DHS School Improvement Team MEETING Review the meeting agenda for school improvement initiatives and action items.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	No School - Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the workday date and any schedule changes.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	DHS BOOSTERS MEETING Review the booster club notice for meeting agenda and membership information.	Event	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	DHS School Improvement Team MEETING Review the meeting agenda for school improvement initiatives and action items.	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	EOG Make Up Testing and RemediationDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for holiday closure dates.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jun 1, 2027	EOG RetestingDistrict-wide	exam	—