Best 27052 North Carolina Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 687 students in 27052, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27052, NC are Stokes Early College High School and South Stokes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27052 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27052, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27052 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Stokes Early College High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27052, NC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stokes Early College High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1165 Dodgetown Rd
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 593-5405
Gr: 9-13 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
South Stokes High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1100 S Stokes High Drive
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 994-2995
Gr: 9-12 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27052, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27052, NC include Stokes Early College High School and South Stokes High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27052?
2 public high schools are located in 27052.
What is the racial composition of students in 27052?
27052 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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