For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,417 students in 28681, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 28681, NC are Alexander Early College and Alexander Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28681 have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28681, 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 28681 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Alexander Early College, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28681, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alexander Early College
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
345 Industrial Blvd
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-8221
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-8221
Gr: 9-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Alexander Central High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
223 School Drive
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-7063
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-7063
Gr: 9-12 | 1,248 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
28681, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7300 Church Road
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-2395
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-2395
Gr: 4-8 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
928 Nc Hwy 16 South
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-1141
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-1141
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28681, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28681, NC include Alexander Early College and Alexander Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28681?
2 public high schools are located in 28681.
What is the racial composition of students in 28681?
28681 public high schools minority enrollment is 23% 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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