For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,526 students in 28104, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28104, NC are Weddington High School and Union Day School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28104 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28104, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28104 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Weddington High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28104, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weddington High School
(Math: 94% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4901 Monroe-weddington Road
Matthews, NC 28104
(704) 296-6319
Matthews, NC 28104
(704) 296-6319
Gr: 9-12 | 1,857 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Union Day School
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3000 Tilley Morris Road
Weddington, NC 28104
(704) 256-1494
Weddington, NC 28104
(704) 256-1494
Gr: K-12 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
28104, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Anson Charter Academy (Closed 2020)
Charter School
2132 Greenbrook Pkwy.
Matthews, NC 28104
(704) 236-1234
Matthews, NC 28104
(704) 236-1234
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28104, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28104, NC include Weddington High School and Union Day School.
How many public high schools are located in 28104?
2 public high schools are located in 28104.
What is the racial composition of students in 28104?
28104 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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