For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,077 students in 28079, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28079, NC are Porter Ridge High School and Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28079 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28079, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28079 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Porter Ridge 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28079, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Porter Ridge High School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2839 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 292-7662
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 292-7662
Gr: 9-12 | 1,809 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2324 Younts Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Gr: K-11 | 1,268 students Student-teacher ratio: 47:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28079, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28079, NC include Porter Ridge High School and Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail.
How many public high schools are located in 28079?
2 public high schools are located in 28079.
What is the racial composition of students in 28079?
28079 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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