For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,466 students in 28470, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28470, NC is West Brunswick High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28470 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28470, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28470 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Brunswick High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28470, NC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Brunswick High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 Whiteville Road Nw
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5050
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,466 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28470, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28470, NC include West Brunswick High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28470?
1 public high schools are located in 28470.
What is the racial composition of students in 28470?
28470 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% 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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