For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,327 students in 27284, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27284, NC are Nc Leadership Charter Academy, East Forsyth High School and Robert B Glenn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27284 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27284, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27284 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nc Leadership Charter Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27284, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nc Leadership Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4353 High Point Rd
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 992-2710
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 992-2710
Gr: K-12 | 1,170 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
East Forsyth High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2500 W Mountain Street
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 703-6735
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 703-6735
Gr: 9-12 | 1,690 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Robert B Glenn High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Union Cross Road
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 771-4500
Kernersville, NC 27284
(336) 771-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,467 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27284, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27284, NC include Nc Leadership Charter Academy, East Forsyth High School and Robert B Glenn High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27284?
3 public high schools are located in 27284.
What is the racial composition of students in 27284?
27284 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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