For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 362 students in 28602, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28602, NC is Challenger Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28602 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 95% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28602, 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 28602 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Challenger 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28602, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Challenger Early College High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2550 Hwy 70 Se
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 485-2980
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 485-2980
Grades: 9-12
| 362 students
28602, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2110 Main Avenue Se
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 327-3689
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 327-3689
Grades: PK-6
| 326 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28602, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28602, NC include Challenger Early College High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28602?
1 public high schools are located in 28602.
What is the racial composition of students in 28602?
28602 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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