For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 366 students in 28904, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28904, NC is Hayesville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28904 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28904, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28904 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hayesville High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28904, NC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayesville High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Yellow Jacket Drive
Hayesville, NC 28904
(828) 389-6532
Hayesville, NC 28904
(828) 389-6532
Gr: 9-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28904, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28904, NC include Hayesville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28904?
1 public high schools are located in 28904.
What is the racial composition of students in 28904?
28904 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% 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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