For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,187 students in 28445, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28445, NC is Dixon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 28445 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28445, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 28445 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dixon 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28445, NC ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dixon High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
160 Dixon School Rd
Holly Ridge, NC 28445
(910) 347-2958
Holly Ridge, NC 28445
(910) 347-2958
Gr: 9-12 | 1,187 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28445, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28445, NC include Dixon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28445?
1 public high schools are located in 28445.
What is the racial composition of students in 28445?
28445 public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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