For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 640 students in 27239, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27239, NC is South Davidson Middle And High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27239 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27239, 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 27239 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Davidson Middle And High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27239, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Davidson Middle And High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14956 South Nc Hwy 109
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5700
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5700
Gr: 6-12 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27239, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27239, NC include South Davidson Middle And High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27239?
1 public high schools are located in 27239.
What is the racial composition of students in 27239?
27239 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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