For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,722 students in 27312, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27312, NC is Northwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27312 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27312, 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 27312 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwood High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27312, NC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwood High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 Northwood High School Road
Pittsboro, NC 27312
(919) 542-4181
Pittsboro, NC 27312
(919) 542-4181
Gr: 9-12 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
444 Seaforth Rd
Pittsboro, NC 27312
(919) 642-7095
Pittsboro, NC 27312
(919) 642-7095
Gr: 9-12 | 1,088 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
27312, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
School Of The Arts For Boys Academy (Saba) (Closed 2023)
Charter School
Tbd
Pittsboro, NC 27312
(919) 548-0229
Pittsboro, NC 27312
(919) 548-0229
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27312, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27312, NC include Northwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27312?
2 public high schools are located in 27312.
What is the racial composition of students in 27312?
27312 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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