For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,649 students in Lenoir, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in Lenoir, NC are Hibriten High School and West Caldwell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lenoir, NC public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Lenoir have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Lenoir, NC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hibriten High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Lenoir, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hibriten High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1350 Panther Trail Se
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 758-7376
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 758-7376
Gr: 9-12 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
West Caldwell High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 W Caldwell Drive
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 758-5583
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 758-5583
Gr: 9-12 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
332 Greenhaven Dr Nw
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 726-3855
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 726-3855
Gr: 4-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Lenoir, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4603 Oak Hill School Road
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-6128
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-6128
Gr: PK-8
125 Maple Drive Nw
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-5161
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-5161
Gr: 3-5 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Lenoir, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in Lenoir, NC include Hibriten High School and West Caldwell High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lenoir?
3 public high schools are located in Lenoir.
What is the racial composition of students in Lenoir?
Lenoir public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Lenoir are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Lenoir include: West Caldwell High School vs. Hibriten High School, Hibriten High School vs. West Caldwell High School
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