For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 989 students in 28551, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28551, NC is North Lenoir High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28551 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28551, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28551 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Lenoir 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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28551, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Lenoir High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Institute Road
La Grange, NC 28551
(252) 527-9184
La Grange, NC 28551
(252) 527-9184
Grades: 9-12
| 989 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28551, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28551, NC include North Lenoir High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28551?
1 public high schools are located in 28551.
What is the racial composition of students in 28551?
28551 public high schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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