For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,020 students in 27537, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27537, NC are Vance Charter School and Vance County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27537 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27537, 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 27537 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Vance Charter School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27537, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vance Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2090 Ross Mill Road
Henderson, NC 27537
(252) 431-0440
Henderson, NC 27537
(252) 431-0440
Gr: K-12 | 956 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Vance County High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
925 Garrett Road
Henderson, NC 27537
(252) 430-6000
Henderson, NC 27537
(252) 430-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,064 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27537, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27537, NC include Vance Charter School and Vance County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27537?
2 public high schools are located in 27537.
What is the racial composition of students in 27537?
27537 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% 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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