For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 780 students in 28340, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28340, NC is Fairmont High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28340 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28340, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28340 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fairmont High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28340, NC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairmont High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5419 Old Stage Road
Fairmont, NC 28340
(910) 628-6727
Fairmont, NC 28340
(910) 628-6727
Gr: 9-12 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
28340, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1953 Fairgrove Sch Road
Fairmont, NC 28340
(910) 628-8290
Fairmont, NC 28340
(910) 628-8290
Gr: 4-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28340, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28340, NC include Fairmont High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28340?
1 public high schools are located in 28340.
What is the racial composition of students in 28340?
28340 public high schools minority enrollment is 84% 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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