For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 902 students in 28694, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28694, NC are Ashe County Early College High School and Ashe County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28694 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28694, 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 28694 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ashe County 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28694, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ashe County Early College High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
363 Campus Dr
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-1881
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-1881
Grades: 9-13
| 124 students
Rank: #22.
Ashe County High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
184 Campus Drive
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-2400
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 778 students
28694, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 68
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-3221
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-3221
Grades: PK-6
| 352 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28694, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28694, NC include Ashe County Early College High School and Ashe County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28694?
2 public high schools are located in 28694.
What is the racial composition of students in 28694?
28694 public high schools minority enrollment is 17% 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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