For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 689 students in 28170, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28170, NC is Anson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28170 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28170, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28170 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Anson High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28170, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anson High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
96 Anson High School Road
Wadesboro, NC 28170
(704) 694-9301
Wadesboro, NC 28170
(704) 694-9301
Gr: 9-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
28170, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Anson Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
118 N. Ashe Street
Wadesboro, NC 28170
(704) 694-7447
Wadesboro, NC 28170
(704) 694-7447
Gr: 7-12 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 74%
96 Anson High School Road
Wadesboro, NC 28170
(704) 694-9301
Wadesboro, NC 28170
(704) 694-9301
Gr: 9-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28170, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28170, NC include Anson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28170?
1 public high schools are located in 28170.
What is the racial composition of students in 28170?
28170 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% 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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