Best 28753 North Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 626 students in 28753, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28753, NC are Madison Early College High School and Madison High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28753 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28753, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28753 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Madison Early College High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28753, NC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Early College High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5734 Us 25/70 Hwy
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-0319
Gr: 9-13 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Madison High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5740 Us Hwy 25-70
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Gr: 9-12 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Madison Velocity Learning Center
Alternative School
5740 Us Hwy 25/70
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28753, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28753, NC include Madison Early College High School and Madison High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28753?
3 public high schools are located in 28753.
What is the racial composition of students in 28753?
28753 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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