For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 785 students in 28129, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28129, NC is West Stanly High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28129 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28129, 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 28129 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Stanly High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28129, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Stanly High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
306 East Red Cross Road
Oakboro, NC 28129
(704) 961-5200
Oakboro, NC 28129
(704) 961-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
28129, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1244 N Main St
Oakboro, NC 28129
(704) 961-4700
Oakboro, NC 28129
(704) 961-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28129, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28129, NC include West Stanly High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28129?
1 public high schools are located in 28129.
What is the racial composition of students in 28129?
28129 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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