For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 986 students in 28146, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28146, NC is East Rowan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28146 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28146, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28146 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Rowan High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28146, NC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Rowan High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
175 St Luke's Church Rd
Salisbury, NC 28146
(704) 279-5232
Salisbury, NC 28146
(704) 279-5232
Gr: 9-12 | 986 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28146, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28146, NC include East Rowan High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28146?
1 public high schools are located in 28146.
What is the racial composition of students in 28146?
28146 public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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