For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 609 students in Newland, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in Newland, NC are Avery County High School and Blue Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newland, NC public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Newland have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Newland, NC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Avery County High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Newland, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Avery County High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 Avery County High School R
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0151
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0151
Grades: 9-12
| 594 students
Rank: #22.
Blue Ridge High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
76 Old Montezuma Rd
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 737-5800
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 737-5800
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students
Newland, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
401 Avery County High School R
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0151
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0151
Grades: 9-12
| 85 students
401 Avery County High School R
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0151
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0151
Grades: 9
| 52 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Newland, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in Newland, NC include Avery County High School and Blue Ridge High School.
How many public high schools are located in Newland?
2 public high schools are located in Newland.
What is the racial composition of students in Newland?
Newland public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Newland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Newland include: Blue Ridge High School vs. Avery County High School, Avery County High School vs. Blue Ridge High School
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