For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,060 students in 28173, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28173, NC are Marvin Ridge High School, Cuthbertson High School and South Providence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 28173 have an average math proficiency score of 86% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28173, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 28173 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Marvin Ridge High School, with 98% 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 Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28173, NC ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marvin Ridge High School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2825 Crane Road
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 290-1520
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 290-1520
Grades: 9-12
| 2,050 students
Rank: #22.
Cuthbertson High School
(Math: 94% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1400 Cuthbertson Rd
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 296-0105
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 296-0105
Grades: 9-12
| 1,900 students
Rank: #33.
South Providence
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 South Providence Street
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 290-1580
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 290-1580
Grades: 6-12
| 110 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28173, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28173, NC include Marvin Ridge High School, Cuthbertson High School and South Providence.
How many public high schools are located in 28173?
3 public high schools are located in 28173.
What is the racial composition of students in 28173?
28173 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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