For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 648 students in 28722, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28722, NC are Polk County High School and Polk County Early College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28722 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28722, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28722, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Polk County High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1681 East Nc 108 Hwy
Columbus, NC 28722
(828) 894-2525
Columbus, NC 28722
(828) 894-2525
Grades: 9-12
| 593 students
Rank: #22.
Polk County Early College
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1545 East Nc 108 Hwy
Columbus, NC 28722
(828) 894-2698
Columbus, NC 28722
(828) 894-2698
Grades: 9-12
| 55 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28722, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28722, NC include Polk County High School and Polk County Early College.
How many public schools are located in 28722?
2 public schools are located in 28722.
What is the racial composition of students in 28722?
28722 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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