For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,119 students in 27530, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27530, NC are Wayne School Of Engineering, Rosewood High School and Wayne Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27530 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27530, 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 27530 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rosewood High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27530, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne School Of Engineering
(Math: 82% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
801 N. Lionel St
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 734-0070
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 734-0070
Gr: 6-13 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Rosewood High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 Rosewood Road
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 705-6050
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 705-6050
Gr: 9-12 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Wayne Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Tommy's Road, Cottage B
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 734-8085
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 734-8085
Gr: K-12 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Goldsboro High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
700 N. Herman St.
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-5930
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 731-5930
Gr: 9-12 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27530, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27530, NC include Wayne School Of Engineering, Rosewood High School and Wayne Preparatory Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 27530?
4 public high schools are located in 27530.
What is the racial composition of students in 27530?
27530 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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