Best 27055 North Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 209 students in 27055, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27055, NC are Yadkin Early College and Yadkin Success Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27055 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27055, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27055 have a Graduation Rate of 58%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Yadkin Early College, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27055, NC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yadkin Early College
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1001 College Drive
Yadkinville, NC 27055
(336) 386-3579
Gr: 9-13 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Yadkin Success Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
733 East Main Street
Yadkinville, NC 27055
(336) 551-1166
Gr: 6-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27055, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27055, NC include Yadkin Early College and Yadkin Success Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 27055?
2 public high schools are located in 27055.
What is the racial composition of students in 27055?
27055 public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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