For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 182 students in 28349, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28349, NC is Duplin Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28349 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28349, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28349 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Duplin Early College High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28349, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Duplin Early College High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
212 James Sprunt Dr
Kenansville, NC 28349
(910) 296-1136
Kenansville, NC 28349
(910) 296-1136
Gr: 9-13 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28349, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28349, NC include Duplin Early College High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28349?
1 public high schools are located in 28349.
What is the racial composition of students in 28349?
28349 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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