Best 28670 North Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 489 students in 28670, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28670, NC is East Wilkes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28670 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28670, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28670 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Wilkes 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28670, NC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Wilkes High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
13315 Elkin Hwy 268
Ronda, NC 28670
(336) 651-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28670, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28670, NC include East Wilkes High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28670?
1 public high schools are located in 28670.
What is the racial composition of students in 28670?
28670 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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