For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,981 students in 28390, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28390, NC is Overhills High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28390 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28390, 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 28390 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Overhills High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28390, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Overhills High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2495 Ray Road
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 436-1436
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 436-1436
Gr: 9-12 | 1,981 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28390, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28390, NC include Overhills High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28390?
1 public high schools are located in 28390.
What is the racial composition of students in 28390?
28390 public high schools minority enrollment is 69% 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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