For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,838 students in 27520, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 27520, NC are Cleveland High School and Clayton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high schools in zipcode 27520 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27520, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high school in zipcode 27520 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cleveland High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27520, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cleveland High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1892 Polenta Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 934-2455
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 934-2455
Grades: 9-12
| 1,896 students
Rank: #22.
Clayton High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 S Fayetteville St
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-4064
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-4064
Grades: 9-12
| 1,942 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27520, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27520, NC include Cleveland High School and Clayton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27520?
2 public high schools are located in 27520.
What is the racial composition of students in 27520?
27520 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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