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Best 28052 North Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,146 students in 28052, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28052, NC are Highland Sch Of Technology, Gaston Virtual Academy and Hunter Huss High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28052 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28052, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28052 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Highland Sch Of Technology, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28052, NC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Sch Of Technology
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1600 N Morris Street
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 810-8816
Gr: 9-12 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Gaston Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Learning Place
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 836-9125
Gr: K-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Hunter Huss High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1518 Edgefield Avenue
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 866-6610
Gr: 9-12 | 1,134 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Webb Street School
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1623 N Webb Street
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 864-9667
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
1 Learning Place
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 866-6100
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 28052 North Carolina

28052, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1621 N Webb Street
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 866-6073
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Minority enrollment: 64%
1 Learning Place
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 866-6079
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
324 North Highland Stree
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 852-7047
Gr: K-5 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
1900 W Davidson Avenue
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 866-6098
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28052, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28052, NC include Highland Sch Of Technology, Gaston Virtual Academy and Hunter Huss High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28052?
5 public high schools are located in 28052.
What is the racial composition of students in 28052?
28052 public high schools minority enrollment is 62% 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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