For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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