Best 28366 North Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,193 students in 28366, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28366, NC are Midway High School and Hobbton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28366 have an average math proficiency score of 92% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28366, 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 28366 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Midway High School, 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28366, NC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midway High School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15274 Spiveys Corner Highway
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 567-6664
Gr: 9-12 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Hobbton High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
12201 Hobbton Hwy
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0242
Gr: 9-12 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28366, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28366, NC include Midway High School and Hobbton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28366?
2 public high schools are located in 28366.
What is the racial composition of students in 28366?
28366 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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