For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,331 students in 27530, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 27530, NC are Wayne School Of Engineering, Rosewood High School and Edgewood Cmty Developmental. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high schools in zipcode 27530 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27530, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high school in zipcode 27530 have a Graduation Rate of 70%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rosewood 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27530, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne School Of Engineering
(Math: 82% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700 N Herman St
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 734-0070
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 734-0070
Gr: 6-13 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Rosewood High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 Rosewood Road
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 705-6050
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 705-6050
Gr: 9-12 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Edgewood Cmty Developmental
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Peachtree St
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-5970
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-5970
Gr: 10-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Wayne Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Tommy's Road, Cottage B
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 734-8085
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 734-8085
Gr: K-12 | 944 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Goldsboro High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 E Beech Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-5930
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-5930
Gr: 9-12 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Wayne Middle / High Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
801 N Lionel St
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 580-3609
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 580-3609
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
27530, North Carolina ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Belfast Academy (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
3100 Us 117 N
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 705-6009
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 705-6009
Gr: 6-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Eastern Controllers Office (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
201 Stevens Mill Rd
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-3211
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-3211
Gr: Inquire with school
801 N Lionel St
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-5940
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-5940
Gr: 5-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
400 Old Smithfield Rd
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 581-4087
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 581-4087
Gr: Inquire with school
Riverbend School Bldg. U4
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-3405
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-3405
Gr: 6-12
415 S Virginia Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-5960
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-5960
Gr: PK-4 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27530, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27530, NC include Wayne School Of Engineering, Rosewood High School and Edgewood Cmty Developmental.
How many public high schools are located in 27530?
6 public high schools are located in 27530.
What is the racial composition of students in 27530?
27530 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% 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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