For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,677 students in 27609, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 27609, NC is Sanderson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27609 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27609, 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 27609 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sanderson High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 27609, NC Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sanderson High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5500 Dixon Drive
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 881-4800
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 881-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,677 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27609, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27609, NC include Sanderson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27609?
1 public high schools are located in 27609.
What is the racial composition of students in 27609?
27609 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% 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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