For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 799 students in King, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in King, NC is West Stokes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
King, NC public high school have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in King have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public high schools.
King, NC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Stokes High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in King, NC (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Stokes High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Priddy Road
King, NC 27021
(336) 983-2099
King, NC 27021
(336) 983-2099
Gr: 9-12 | 799 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in King, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in King, NC include West Stokes High School.
How many public high schools are located in King?
1 public high schools are located in King.
What is the racial composition of students in King?
King public high schools minority enrollment is 14% 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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