For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,033 students in 27534, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27534, NC are Wayne Early / Middle College High School and Eastern Wayne High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27534 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27534, 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 27534 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wayne Early / Middle 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27534, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne Early / Middle College High School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3000 Wayne Memorial Drive
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 739-7070
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 739-7070
Gr: 9-13 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Eastern Wayne High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1135 New Hope Road
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 751-7120
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 751-7120
Gr: 9-12 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27534, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27534, NC include Wayne Early / Middle College High School and Eastern Wayne High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27534?
2 public high schools are located in 27534.
What is the racial composition of students in 27534?
27534 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% 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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