For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,907 students in 28412, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28412, NC are Eugene Ashley High School and J. C. Roe Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28412 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28412, 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 28412 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eugene Ashley 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28412, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eugene Ashley High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
555 Halyburton Memorial Parkwy
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 790-2360
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 790-2360
Gr: 9-12 | 1,893 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
J. C. Roe Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2875 Worth Drive
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 395-4472
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 395-4472
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28412, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28412, NC include Eugene Ashley High School and J. C. Roe Center.
How many public high schools are located in 28412?
2 public high schools are located in 28412.
What is the racial composition of students in 28412?
28412 public high schools minority enrollment is 29% 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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