For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,699 students in 28120, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28120, NC are Mountain Island Charter School and East Gaston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28120 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28120, 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 28120 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mountain Island Charter School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28120, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Island Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13440 Lucia Riverbend Highway
Mount Holly, NC 28120
(704) 827-8840
Mount Holly, NC 28120
(704) 827-8840
Gr: K-12 | 1,782 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
East Gaston High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1744 Lane Road
Mount Holly, NC 28120
(704) 836-9613
Mount Holly, NC 28120
(704) 836-9613
Gr: 9-12 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28120, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28120, NC include Mountain Island Charter School and East Gaston High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28120?
2 public high schools are located in 28120.
What is the racial composition of students in 28120?
28120 public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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