For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 72 students in 27928, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27928, NC is Washington Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27928 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27928, 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 27928 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Washington Early College High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27928, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Early College High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 Middle Street
Creswell, NC 27928
(252) 797-4766
Creswell, NC 27928
(252) 797-4766
Gr: 9-13 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27928, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27928, NC include Washington Early College High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27928?
1 public high schools are located in 27928.
What is the racial composition of students in 27928?
27928 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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