For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,044 students in Clinton, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in Clinton, NC are Sampson Early College High School and Clinton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clinton, NC public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Clinton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Clinton, NC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sampson Early College High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Clinton, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sampson Early College High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1801 Sunset Ave
Clinton, NC 28329
(910) 592-7177
Clinton, NC 28329
(910) 592-7177
Gr: 9-13 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Clinton High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
340 Indian Town Road
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-2067
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-2067
Gr: 9-12 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Clinton, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in Clinton, NC include Sampson Early College High School and Clinton High School.
How many public high schools are located in Clinton?
2 public high schools are located in Clinton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clinton?
Clinton public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Clinton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Clinton include: Sampson Early College High School vs. Clinton High School, Clinton High School vs. Sampson Early College High School
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