For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 785 students in 28129, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28129, NC is West Stanly High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28129 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28129, 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 28129 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Stanly High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28129, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Stanly High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
306 East Red Cross Road
Oakboro, NC 28129
(704) 961-5200
Oakboro, NC 28129
(704) 961-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
28129, North Carolina 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1244 N Main St
Oakboro, NC 28129
(704) 961-4700
Oakboro, NC 28129
(704) 961-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28129, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28129, NC include West Stanly High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28129?
1 public high schools are located in 28129.
What is the racial composition of students in 28129?
28129 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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