For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,923 students in 27526, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 27526, NC are Fuquay-varina High School and Harnett Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27526 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27526, 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 27526 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fuquay-varina 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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27526, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fuquay-varina High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 Bengal Blvd
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
(919) 557-2511
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
(919) 557-2511
Gr: 9-12 | 1,744 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Harnett Virtual Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
108 Lafayette School Road
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
(919) 552-0769
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
(919) 552-0769
Gr: K-12 | 123 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
1704 Old Honeycutt Rd
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
(919) 694-8030
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
(919) 694-8030
Gr: 9-12 | 2,056 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27526, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27526, NC include Fuquay-varina High School and Harnett Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 27526?
3 public high schools are located in 27526.
What is the racial composition of students in 27526?
27526 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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