For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 651 students in 28753, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28753, NC are Madison Early College High School and Madison High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28753 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28753, 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 28753 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Madison Early College High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28753, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Madison Early College High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5734 Us 25/70 Hwy
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-0319
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-0319
Grades: 9-13
| 247 students
Rank: #22.
Madison High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5740 Us Hwy 25-70
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Grades: 9-12
| 391 students
Rank: n/an/a
Madison Velocity Learning Center
Alternative School
5740 Us Hwy 25/70
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Grades: 9-12
| 13 students
28753, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4100 Highway 212
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 656-2223
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 656-2223
Grades: K-5
| 59 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28753, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28753, NC include Madison Early College High School and Madison High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28753?
3 public high schools are located in 28753.
What is the racial composition of students in 28753?
28753 public high schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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