For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,503 students in 28031, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28031, NC is William Amos Hough High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28031 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28031, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28031 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is William Amos Hough High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28031, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William Amos Hough High School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12420 Bailey Rd
Cornelius, NC 28031
(980) 344-0514
Cornelius, NC 28031
(980) 344-0514
Gr: 9-12 | 2,503 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28031, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28031, NC include William Amos Hough High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28031?
1 public high schools are located in 28031.
What is the racial composition of students in 28031?
28031 public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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