For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,558 students in 27529, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 27529, NC are Garner High School and South Garner High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27529 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27529, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27529 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Garner High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27529, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Garner High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2101 Spring Drive
Garner, NC 27529
(919) 662-2379
Garner, NC 27529
(919) 662-2379
Grades: 9-12
| 1,670 students
Rank: #22.
South Garner High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8228 Hebron Church Rd
Garner, NC 27529
(919) 694-7711
Garner, NC 27529
(919) 694-7711
Grades: 9-12
| 1,888 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27529, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27529, NC include Garner High School and South Garner High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27529?
2 public high schools are located in 27529.
What is the racial composition of students in 27529?
27529 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% 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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