For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,242 students in 28144, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28144, NC are Salisbury High School, Summit Virtual Academy and Henderson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28144 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28144, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28144 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Salisbury High School, with 77% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28144, NC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salisbury High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Lincolnton Rd
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 636-1221
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 636-1221
Gr: 9-12 | 930 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Summit Virtual Academy
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1636 Parkview Circle
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 630-7274
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 630-7274
Gr: K-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Henderson High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1215 North Main St
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 639-3134
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 639-3134
Gr: 6-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
28144, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1625 Park Rd W
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 633-2922
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 633-2922
Gr: 6-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28144, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28144, NC include Salisbury High School, Summit Virtual Academy and Henderson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28144?
3 public high schools are located in 28144.
What is the racial composition of students in 28144?
28144 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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