For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 3,373 students in 27278, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27278, NC are Eno River Academy, Cedar Ridge High School and Orange High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27278 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27278, 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 27278 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eno River Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27278, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eno River Academy
Charter School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1212 Nc Highway 57 North
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 644-6272
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 644-6272
Gr: K-12 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Cedar Ridge High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1125 New Grady Brown Sch Rd
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 245-4000
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 245-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,118 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Orange High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Orange High Rd
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 732-6133
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 732-6133
Gr: 9-12 | 1,220 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Partnership Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
920 Corporate Drive
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 245-4030
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 245-4030
Gr: 9-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Orange County Schools Online Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
920 Corporate Dr
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 732-8126
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 732-8126
Gr: K-12 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 182:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27278, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27278, NC include Eno River Academy, Cedar Ridge High School and Orange High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27278?
5 public high schools are located in 27278.
What is the racial composition of students in 27278?
27278 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).