For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,317 students in 28086, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28086, NC is Kings Mountain High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28086 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28086, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28086 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kings Mountain High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28086, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kings Mountain High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Phifer Road
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8330
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8330
Gr: 9-12 | 1,317 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
28086, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Davidson School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
500 W Parker Street
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 734-5677
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 734-5677
Gr: 7-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
West Road Intermediate School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
500 W Parker Street
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 734-5677
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 734-5677
Gr: 6-11 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28086, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28086, NC include Kings Mountain High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28086?
1 public high schools are located in 28086.
What is the racial composition of students in 28086?
28086 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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