For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,587 students in 28303, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28303, NC are Terry Sanford High School, Alger B. Wilkins High School and Westover High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28303 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28303, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28303 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Alger B. Wilkins 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28303, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Terry Sanford High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Fort Bragg Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 484-1151
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 484-1151
Gr: 9-12 | 1,213 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Alger B. Wilkins High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1429 Skibo Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Gr: 9-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Westover High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
277 Bonanza Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0190
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0190
Gr: 9-12 | 1,244 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
28303, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1429 Skibo Rd
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Gr: K-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28303, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28303, NC include Terry Sanford High School, Alger B. Wilkins High School and Westover High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28303?
3 public high schools are located in 28303.
What is the racial composition of students in 28303?
28303 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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