For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,248 students in Newton Grove, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in Newton Grove, 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.
Newton Grove, NC public high schools 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 Newton Grove have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Newton Grove, NC public high school 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Newton Grove, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midway High School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15274 Spiveys Corner Highway
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 567-6664
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 567-6664
Gr: 9-12 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Hobbton High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12201 Hobbton Hwy
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0242
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0242
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Newton Grove, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in Newton Grove, NC include Midway High School and Hobbton High School.
How many public high schools are located in Newton Grove?
2 public high schools are located in Newton Grove.
What is the racial composition of students in Newton Grove?
Newton Grove public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Newton Grove are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Newton Grove include: Hobbton High School vs. Midway High School, Midway High School vs. Hobbton High School
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