For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,182 students in 28461, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28461, NC is South Brunswick High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 28461 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28461, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 28461 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Brunswick High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28461, NC ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Brunswick High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
280 Cougar Drive Bsl
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 756-6880
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 756-6880
Grades: 9-12
| 1,182 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28461, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28461, NC include South Brunswick High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28461?
1 public high schools are located in 28461.
What is the racial composition of students in 28461?
28461 public high schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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