For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 206 students in Polkton, NC.
The top ranked public school in Polkton, NC is Anson Co. Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Polkton, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Polkton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Polkton, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Anson Co. Early College High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
177 Ledbetter Street
Polkton, NC 28135
(704) 272-5396
Polkton, NC 28135
(704) 272-5396
Grades: 9-13
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Polkton, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Polkton, NC include Anson Co. Early College High School.
How many public schools are located in Polkton?
1 public schools are located in Polkton.
What is the racial composition of students in Polkton?
Polkton public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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