For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 879 students in 28650, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28650, NC is Maiden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28650 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28650, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28650 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Maiden High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28650, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maiden High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 West Main Street
Maiden, NC 28650
(828) 428-8197
Maiden, NC 28650
(828) 428-8197
Grades: 9-12
| 879 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28650, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28650, NC include Maiden High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28650?
1 public high schools are located in 28650.
What is the racial composition of students in 28650?
28650 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% 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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