Best 27524 North Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,332 students in 27524, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27524, NC is South Johnston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27524 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27524, 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 27524 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Johnston High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27524, NC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Johnston High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10381 Us Hwy 301 S
Four Oaks, NC 27524
(919) 894-3146
Gr: 9-12 | 1,332 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27524, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27524, NC include South Johnston High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27524?
1 public high schools are located in 27524.
What is the racial composition of students in 27524?
27524 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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