For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 5,037 students in 28110, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28110, NC are Union County Early College, Piedmont High School and Union Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28110 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28110, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28110 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Union Academy, 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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28110, NC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union County Early College
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4209a Old Charlotte Hwy
Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 290-1565
Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 290-1565
Gr: 9-13 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Piedmont High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3006 Sikes Mill Road
Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 296-3170
Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 296-3170
Gr: 9-12 | 1,270 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Union Academy
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
675 North Ml King Jr Blvd
Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 238-8883
Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 238-8883
Gr: K-12 | 2,186 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Sun Valley High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5211 Old Charlotte Hwy
Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 296-3020
Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 296-3020
Gr: 9-12 | 1,272 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28110, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28110, NC include Union County Early College, Piedmont High School and Union Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 28110?
4 public high schools are located in 28110.
What is the racial composition of students in 28110?
28110 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% 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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