For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 202 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 85%.
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 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28160, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 9-13
| 202 students
28160, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Carver Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
900 Carver St
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 286-3901
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 286-3901
Grades: PK
| 206 students
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 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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