For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 589 students in 28159, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28159, NC is North Rowan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28159 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28159, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28159 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Rowan High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 28159, NC Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Rowan High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 North Whitehead Ave
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 636-4420
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 636-4420
Grades: 9-12
| 589 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28159, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28159, NC include North Rowan High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28159?
1 public high schools are located in 28159.
What is the racial composition of students in 28159?
28159 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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