For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 508 students in 28021, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28021, NC is Cherryville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high school in zipcode 28021 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28021, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high school in zipcode 28021 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cherryville 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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28021, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherryville High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
313 Ridge Avenue
Cherryville, NC 28021
(704) 836-9605
Cherryville, NC 28021
(704) 836-9605
Gr: 9-12 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28021, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28021, NC include Cherryville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28021?
1 public high schools are located in 28021.
What is the racial composition of students in 28021?
28021 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% 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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