For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,604 students in 28117, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28117, NC are Lake Norman High School and Langtree Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28117 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28117, 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 28117 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lake Norman High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28117, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Norman High School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
186 Doolie Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-8555
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-8555
Gr: 9-12 | 1,964 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Langtree Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
154 Foundation Ct
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 235-0865
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 235-0865
Gr: K-12 | 1,640 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28117, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28117, NC include Lake Norman High School and Langtree Charter Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 28117?
2 public high schools are located in 28117.
What is the racial composition of students in 28117?
28117 public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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