For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 312 students in 28150, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28150, NC are Cleveland Innovation and Turning Point Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28150 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28150, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28150 have a Graduation Rate of 61%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cleveland Innovation, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28150, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cleveland Innovation
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Marion St
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8000
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8000
Grades: K-12
| 164 students
Rank: #22.
Turning Point Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
409 West Sumter Street
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8399
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8399
Grades: 6-12
| 148 students
28150, North Carolina 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1100 Blanton Street
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8386
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8386
Grades: PK-4
| 209 students
410 Forest Hill Drive
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8381
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8381
Grades: PK-4
| 220 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28150, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28150, NC include Cleveland Innovation and Turning Point Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 28150?
2 public high schools are located in 28150.
What is the racial composition of students in 28150?
28150 public high schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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