For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 127 students in 28778, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28778, NC is Community High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28778 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28778, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28778 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Community High School, 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 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28778, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Community High School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
235 Old Us 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
(828) 686-7734
Swannanoa, NC 28778
(828) 686-7734
Gr: 7-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
28778, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
741 Old Us 70 Hwy
Swannanoa, NC 28778
(828) 251-6168
Swannanoa, NC 28778
(828) 251-6168
Gr: Inquire with school
Swannanoa Valley Youth Dev Center (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
741 Old Hwy 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
(828) 258-5888
Swannanoa, NC 28778
(828) 258-5888
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28778, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28778, NC include Community High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28778?
1 public high schools are located in 28778.
What is the racial composition of students in 28778?
28778 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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