For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,215 students in 27215, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27215, NC is Walter M Williams High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27215 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27215, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27215 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Walter M Williams High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27215, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walter M Williams High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1307 S Church Street
Burlington, NC 27215
(336) 570-6161
Burlington, NC 27215
(336) 570-6161
Gr: 9-12 | 1,215 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27215, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27215, NC include Walter M Williams High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27215?
1 public high schools are located in 27215.
What is the racial composition of students in 27215?
27215 public high schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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