For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 614 students in 28651, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28651, NC is West Wilkes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28651 have an average math proficiency score of 92% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28651, 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 28651 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Wilkes High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28651, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Wilkes High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6598 Boone Trail
Millers Creek, NC 28651
(336) 903-6710
Millers Creek, NC 28651
(336) 903-6710
Gr: 9-12 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28651, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28651, NC include West Wilkes High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28651?
1 public high schools are located in 28651.
What is the racial composition of students in 28651?
28651 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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