For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,515 students in 28401, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28401, NC is New Hanover High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28401 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28401, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28401 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is New Hanover 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28401, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Hanover High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1307 Market St
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-6100
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,515 students
28401, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
813 Nixon St
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-6150
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-6150
Grades: 6-8
| 206 students
813 Nixon St
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-6150
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-6150
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1100 Mcrae St
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-6155
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 251-6155
Grades: K-5
| 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28401, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28401, NC include New Hanover High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28401?
1 public high schools are located in 28401.
What is the racial composition of students in 28401?
28401 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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