For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 899 students in 28001, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28001, NC are Stanly Early College High School, Stanly Stem Early College and Stanly Academy Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high schools in zipcode 28001 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28001, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high school in zipcode 28001 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Albemarle High 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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28001, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stanly Early College High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
141 College Drive
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4400
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4400
Grades: 9-13
| 173 students
Rank: #22.
Stanly Stem Early College
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
311 Park Ridge Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4900
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4900
Grades: 9-13
| 172 students
Rank: #33.
Stanly Academy Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1121 Austin St
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4500
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4500
Grades: 8-12
| 11 students
Rank: #44.
Albemarle High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
311 Park Ridge Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4200
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4200
Grades: 9-12
| 444 students
Rank: #55.
Stanly County Virtual Education
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1121 Austin St
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3081
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3081
Grades: 2-12
| 99 students
28001, North Carolina ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1121 Austin St
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 982-2614
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 982-2614
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28001, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28001, NC include Stanly Early College High School, Stanly Stem Early College and Stanly Academy Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 28001?
5 public high schools are located in 28001.
What is the racial composition of students in 28001?
28001 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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