For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,116 students in 28056, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28056, NC is Forestview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28056 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28056, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28056 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Forestview 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 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28056, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forestview High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5545 Union Road
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 861-2625
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 861-2625
Gr: 9-12 | 1,116 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28056, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28056, NC include Forestview High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28056?
1 public high schools are located in 28056.
What is the racial composition of students in 28056?
28056 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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