For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 208 students in 28160, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28160, NC is Rutherford Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28160 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28160, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28160 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rutherford Early College High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28160, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rutherford Early College High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
286 Icc Loop Road
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 288-2202
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 288-2202
Gr: 9-13 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 52:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28160, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28160, NC include Rutherford Early College High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28160?
1 public high schools are located in 28160.
What is the racial composition of students in 28160?
28160 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% 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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