For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,947 students in 28079, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28079, NC are Porter Ridge High School and Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28079 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28079, 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 28079 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Porter Ridge High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28079, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Porter Ridge High School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2839 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 292-7662
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 292-7662
Grades: 9-12
| 1,766 students
Rank: #22.
Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2324 Younts Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Grades: K-10
| 1,181 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28079, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28079, NC include Porter Ridge High School and Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail.
How many public high schools are located in 28079?
2 public high schools are located in 28079.
What is the racial composition of students in 28079?
28079 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% 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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