For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 929 students in 28787, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28787, NC is North Buncombe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 28787 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28787, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 28787 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Buncombe 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28787, NC ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Buncombe High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
890 Clarks Chapel Road
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 645-4221
Weaverville, NC 28787
(828) 645-4221
Grades: 9-12
| 929 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28787, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28787, NC include North Buncombe High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28787?
1 public high schools are located in 28787.
What is the racial composition of students in 28787?
28787 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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