For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 484 students in 28021, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28021, NC is Cherryville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28021 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28021, 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 28021 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cherryville High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28021, NC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherryville High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
313 Ridge Avenue
Cherryville, NC 28021
(704) 836-9605
Cherryville, NC 28021
(704) 836-9605
Gr: 9-12 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28021, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28021, NC include Cherryville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28021?
1 public high schools are located in 28021.
What is the racial composition of students in 28021?
28021 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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