Best Mitchell County Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 580 students in Mitchell County, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in Mitchell County, NC are Mayland Early College and Mitchell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mitchell County, NC public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in Mitchell County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Mitchell County, NC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mayland Early College, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 53% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Mitchell County (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mayland Early College
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
264 Mayland Dr
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-2590
Grades: 9-13
| 104 students
Rank: #22.
Mitchell High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
416 Ledger School Rd
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3400
Grades: 9-12
| 476 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Mitchell County, NC

Mitchell County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
12190 North Hwy 226
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2324
Grades: K-5
| 31 students
121 Harris Street
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-2321
Grades: 6-8
| 321 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in Mitchell County, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in Mitchell County, NC include Mayland Early College and Mitchell High School.
How many public high schools are located in Mitchell County, NC?
2 public high schools are located in Mitchell County, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in Mitchell County, NC?
Mitchell County, NC public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 53% (majority Black).

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