For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,715 students in 28405, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28405, NC are Emsley A Laney High School, Career Readiness Academy At Mosley Plc and Girls Leadership Academy Of Wilmington. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28405 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28405, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28405 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Emsley A Laney 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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 28405, NC Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Emsley A Laney High School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 N College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 350-2089
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 350-2089
Grades: 9-12
| 2,220 students
Rank: #22.
Career Readiness Academy At Mosley Plc
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3702 Princess Place Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 251-6161
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 251-6161
Grades: 6-12
| 110 students
Rank: #33.
Girls Leadership Academy Of Wilmington
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Sunglow Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 338-5258
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 338-5258
Grades: 6-12
| 385 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28405, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28405, NC include Emsley A Laney High School, Career Readiness Academy At Mosley Plc and Girls Leadership Academy Of Wilmington.
How many public high schools are located in 28405?
3 public high schools are located in 28405.
What is the racial composition of students in 28405?
28405 public high schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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