Top 3 Best 28227 North Carolina Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,833 students in 28227, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28227, NC are Independence High School, Queen's Grant Community School and Rocky River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28227 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28227, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28227 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Queen's Grant Community School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 53% (majority Black).

Best 28227, NC Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Independence High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1967 Patriot Dr
Charlotte, NC 28227
(980) 343-6900
Grades: 9-12
| 1,992 students
Rank: #22.
Queen's Grant Community School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6400 Matthews Mint Hill Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
(704) 573-6611
Grades: K-12
| 1,292 students
Rank: #33.
Rocky River High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10505 Clear Creek Commerce Dr
Charlotte, NC 28227
(980) 344-0409
Grades: 9-12
| 1,549 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 28227, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28227, NC include Independence High School, Queen's Grant Community School and Rocky River High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28227, NC?
3 public high schools are located in 28227, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28227, NC?
28227, NC public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 53% (majority Black).

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