For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,794 students in 28752, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28752, NC are Mcdowell Early College, Mcdowell High School and Mcdowell Academy For Innovation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28752 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28752, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28752 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mcdowell Early College, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28752, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcdowell Early College
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
54 College Drive
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 659-0411
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 659-0411
Gr: 9-13 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Mcdowell High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 Mcdowell High School Dr
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-7920
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-7920
Gr: 9-12 | 1,384 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Mcdowell Academy For Innovation
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
54 College Drive
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 659-0411
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 659-0411
Gr: 9-13 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Mcdowell Virtual Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
346 West Mcdowell Junior High
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-3390
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 652-3390
Gr: 6-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28752, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28752, NC include Mcdowell Early College, Mcdowell High School and Mcdowell Academy For Innovation.
How many public high schools are located in 28752?
4 public high schools are located in 28752.
What is the racial composition of students in 28752?
28752 public high schools minority enrollment is 26% 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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