Best 28429 North Carolina Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 455 students in 28429, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28429, NC are Wilmington Early College High School and Sea-tech. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28429 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28429, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28429 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sea-tech, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 28429, NC Public High Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilmington Early College High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 90-94% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
4500 Blue Clay Rd, Wechs Bldg.
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 362-7789
Grades: 9-13
| 246 students
Rank: #22.
Sea-tech
Vocational School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5301 Sidbury Road
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 530-6300
Grades: 9-13
| 209 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 28429 North Carolina

28429, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
3830 Juvenile Center Rd
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 675-0594
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 28429, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28429, NC include Wilmington Early College High School and Sea-tech.
How many public high schools are located in 28429?
2 public high schools are located in 28429.
What is the racial composition of students in 28429?
28429 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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