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Best 28777 North Carolina Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 102 students in 28777, NC.

Public high school in zipcode 28777 have an score of 80% (versus the North Carolina public high schools of 58%).

Public high school in zipcode 28777 have a of 84%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.

The school with highest graduation rate is Mayland Early College, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.

Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28777, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Mayland Early College

(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥50% )
:

Top 30%

264 Mayland Dr
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-2590

Gr: 9-13 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 21%

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28777, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Senior High School (Closed 2023)

121 Harris Street
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-2321

Gr: 6-8 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 28777, NC?

The top ranked public high schools in 28777, NC include Mayland Early College.

How many public high schools are located in 28777?

1 public high schools are located in 28777.

What is the racial composition of students in 28777?

28777 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).