For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,200 students in 27262, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27262, NC are High Point Central High School and Pruette Scale Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27262 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27262, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27262 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is High Point Central 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27262, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High Point Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Ferndale Boulevard
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2825
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2825
Gr: 9-12 | 1,005 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Pruette Scale Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 English Road
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 878-5380
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 878-5380
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School
Alternative School
851 Ferndale Blvd
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 522-6326
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 522-6326
Gr: 3-11 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27262, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27262, NC include High Point Central High School and Pruette Scale Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 27262?
3 public high schools are located in 27262.
What is the racial composition of students in 27262?
27262 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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