For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,697 students in 28025, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28025, NC are Central Cabarrus High School, Concord High School and Cabarrus Co Opportunity School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28025 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28025, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28025 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central Cabarrus 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 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28025, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Cabarrus High School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
505 Hwy 49 S
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 260-6570
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 260-6570
Gr: 9-12 | 1,369 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Concord High School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
481 Burrage Road Ne
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 260-6000
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 260-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,128 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Cabarrus Co Opportunity School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
120 Marsh Avenue Nw
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 260-5800
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 260-5800
Gr: 6-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
421 Medical Park Dr Ne
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 260-6860
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 260-6860
Gr: 9-11 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28025, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28025, NC include Central Cabarrus High School, Concord High School and Cabarrus Co Opportunity School.
How many public high schools are located in 28025?
4 public high schools are located in 28025.
What is the racial composition of students in 28025?
28025 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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