For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,487 students in 28546, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28546, NC are White Oak High School and Northside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28546 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28546, 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 28546 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northside High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28546, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Oak High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 Piney Green Rd
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 455-1541
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 455-1541
Gr: 9-12 | 1,226 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Northside High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
365 Commons Drive South
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 455-4868
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 455-4868
Gr: 9-12 | 1,074 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
444 Western Blvd
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 938-6702
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 938-6702
Gr: 9-12 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28546, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28546, NC include White Oak High School and Northside High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28546?
3 public high schools are located in 28546.
What is the racial composition of students in 28546?
28546 public high schools minority enrollment is 59% 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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