For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 546 students in 28516, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28516, NC is East Carteret High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high school in zipcode 28516 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28516, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high school in zipcode 28516 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Carteret High School, with 85-89% 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 Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28516, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Carteret High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3263 Hwy 70 E
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-3514
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 728-3514
Gr: 9-12 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
28516, North Carolina ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bridges Alternative School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1108 Bridges Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 808-3040
Beaufort, NC 28516
(252) 808-3040
Gr: PK-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28516, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28516, NC include East Carteret High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28516?
1 public high schools are located in 28516.
What is the racial composition of students in 28516?
28516 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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