Best 28660 North Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,200 students in 28660, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28660, NC are Agriculture And Science Early College and North Iredell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28660 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28660, 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 28660 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Agriculture And Science 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28660, NC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Agriculture And Science Early College
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
158 Raider Rd
Olin, NC 28660
(704) 876-4056
Gr: 9-13 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
North Iredell High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
156 Raider Road
Olin, NC 28660
(704) 876-4191
Gr: 9-12 | 983 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28660, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28660, NC include Agriculture And Science Early College and North Iredell High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28660?
2 public high schools are located in 28660.
What is the racial composition of students in 28660?
28660 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% 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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