For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 531 students in 27581, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27581, NC is Granville Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27581 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27581, 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 27581 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Granville Central High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27581, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Granville Central High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2043 Sanders Rd
Stem, NC 27581
(919) 528-5530
Stem, NC 27581
(919) 528-5530
Gr: 9-12 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27581, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27581, NC include Granville Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27581?
1 public high schools are located in 27581.
What is the racial composition of students in 27581?
27581 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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