For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,332 students in 27524, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 27524, NC is South Johnston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27524 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27524, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27524 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Johnston High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27524, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Johnston High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10381 Us Hwy 301 S
Four Oaks, NC 27524
(919) 894-3146
Four Oaks, NC 27524
(919) 894-3146
Gr: 9-12 | 1,332 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27524, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27524, NC include South Johnston High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27524?
1 public high schools are located in 27524.
What is the racial composition of students in 27524?
27524 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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