For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,661 students in 28590, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28590, NC is South Central. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28590 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28590, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28590 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Central, with 79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28590, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Central
(Math: 55% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
570 W Forlines Road
Winterville, NC 28590
(252) 321-3232
Winterville, NC 28590
(252) 321-3232
Gr: 9-12 | 1,661 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28590, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28590, NC include South Central.
How many public high schools are located in 28590?
1 public high schools are located in 28590.
What is the racial composition of students in 28590?
28590 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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