Best 28731 North Carolina Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 316 students in 28731, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28731, NC are Henderson County Early College and Henderson County Career Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28731 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in 28731, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28731 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Henderson County Early College, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 53% (majority Black).

Best 28731, NC Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Henderson County Early College
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
300 East Campus Drive
Flat Rock, NC 28731
(828) 697-4561
Grades: 9-13
| 175 students
Rank: #22.
Henderson County Career Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
300 East Campus Drive
Flat Rock, NC 28731
(828) 697-4629
Grades: 6-12
| 141 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 28731, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28731, NC include Henderson County Early College and Henderson County Career Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 28731, NC?
2 public high schools are located in 28731, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28731, NC?
28731, NC public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 53% (majority Black).

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