For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,995 students in 28023, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28023, NC are Carson High School and South Rowan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28023 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28023, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28023 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carson High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28023, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carson High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
290 Kress Venture Dr
China Grove, NC 28023
(704) 855-7297
China Grove, NC 28023
(704) 855-7297
Gr: 9-12 | 1,063 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
South Rowan High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1655 Patterson St
China Grove, NC 28023
(704) 857-1161
China Grove, NC 28023
(704) 857-1161
Gr: 9-12 | 932 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28023, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28023, NC include Carson High School and South Rowan High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28023?
2 public high schools are located in 28023.
What is the racial composition of students in 28023?
28023 public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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