Best 28590 North Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,661 students in 28590, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28590, NC is South Central. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28590 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28590, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28590 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Central, with 79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28590, NC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Central
(Math: 55% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
570 W Forlines Road
Winterville, NC 28590
(252) 321-3232
Gr: 9-12 | 1,661 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28590, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28590, NC include South Central.
How many public high schools are located in 28590?
1 public high schools are located in 28590.
What is the racial composition of students in 28590?
28590 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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