For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 521 students in 28516, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28516, NC is East Carteret High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28516 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28516, 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 28516 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Carteret 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 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28516, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Carteret High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3263 Hwy 70 E
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-3514
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-3514
Gr: 9-12 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
28516, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bridges Alternative School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1108 Bridges Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 808-3040
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 808-3040
Gr: PK-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28516, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28516, NC include East Carteret High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28516?
1 public high schools are located in 28516.
What is the racial composition of students in 28516?
28516 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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