For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,110 students in 28557, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28557, NC are West Carteret High School and Bridges School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28557 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28557, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28557 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Carteret High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28557, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Carteret High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4700 Country Club Road
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 726-1176
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 726-1176
Grades: 9-12
| 1,097 students
Rank: #22.
Bridges School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
140 Vashti Dr
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 808-3040
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 808-3040
Grades: 6-12
| 13 students
28557, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1108 Bridges Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 726-1601
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 726-1601
Grades: 9-12
| 43 students
3505 Arendell St
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 222-7990
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 222-7990
Grades: 12-13
| 48 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28557, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28557, NC include West Carteret High School and Bridges School.
How many public high schools are located in 28557?
2 public high schools are located in 28557.
What is the racial composition of students in 28557?
28557 public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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