For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,281 students in 28112, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28112, NC are Central Academy Of Technology And Arts, Parkwood High School and Monroe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28112 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28112, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28112 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central Academy Of Technology And Arts, with ≥95% 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 Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28112, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
600 Brewer Dr
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3088
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3088
Gr: 9-12 | 875 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Parkwood High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3220 Parkwood School Rd
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-0154
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-0154
Gr: 9-12 | 1,082 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Monroe High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 High School Dr
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3130
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3130
Gr: 9-12 | 1,215 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Wolfe School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
722 Brewer Drive
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 290-1568
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 290-1568
Gr: 6-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28112, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28112, NC include Central Academy Of Technology And Arts, Parkwood High School and Monroe High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28112?
4 public high schools are located in 28112.
What is the racial composition of students in 28112?
28112 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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