For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 936 students in 28103, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28103, NC is Forest Hills High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28103 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28103, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28103 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Forest Hills High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28103, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forest Hills High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Forest Hills School Rd
Marshville, NC 28103
(704) 296-3025
Marshville, NC 28103
(704) 296-3025
Grades: 9-12
| 936 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28103, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28103, NC include Forest Hills High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28103?
1 public high schools are located in 28103.
What is the racial composition of students in 28103?
28103 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% 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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