For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 972 students in 28697, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28697, NC are Wilkes Early College High School and Wilkes Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28697 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28697, 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 28697 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wilkes Early College High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 28697, NC Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilkes Early College High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1328 S Collegiate Dr
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 838-6247
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 838-6247
Grades: 9-13
| 220 students
Rank: #22.
Wilkes Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1179 Moravian Falls Rd
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-5277
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-5277
Grades: 9-12
| 752 students
28697, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Wilkes County Career Center (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
374 Lincoln Heights Rd
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-3653
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-3653
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28697, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28697, NC include Wilkes Early College High School and Wilkes Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28697?
2 public high schools are located in 28697.
What is the racial composition of students in 28697?
28697 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% 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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