For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 20 students in 27959, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 27959, NC is Dare Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27959 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27959, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27959 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dare Learning Academy, with 70-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 27959, NC Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dare Learning Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3020 S. Wrightsville Avenue
Nags Head, NC 27959
(252) 480-8888
Nags Head, NC 27959
(252) 480-8888
Grades: 9-12
| 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27959, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27959, NC include Dare Learning Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 27959?
1 public high schools are located in 27959.
What is the racial composition of students in 27959?
27959 public high schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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