For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,363 students in 28043, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28043, NC are East Rutherford High School, Chase High School and Rutherford Opportunity Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28043 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28043, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28043 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Rutherford High 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 31% 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 28043, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Rutherford High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
331 East High Rd
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-6424
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-6424
Gr: 9-12 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Chase High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1603 Chase High Rd
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-5883
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-5883
Gr: 9-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Rutherford Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
140 Old Caroleen Road
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 248-5294
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 248-5294
Gr: 6-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
28043, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
140 Old Carolean Road
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-5230
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-5230
Gr: K-2 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28043, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28043, NC include East Rutherford High School, Chase High School and Rutherford Opportunity Center.
How many public high schools are located in 28043?
3 public high schools are located in 28043.
What is the racial composition of students in 28043?
28043 public high schools minority enrollment is 31% 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).