For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 3,242 students in 27253, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27253, NC are Abss Early College At Acc, River Mill Academy and Southern Alamance High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27253 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27253, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27253 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southern Alamance High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27253, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abss Early College At Acc
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1247 Jimmie Kerr Road
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 506-4001
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 506-4001
Gr: 9-13 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
River Mill Academy
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
235 Cheeks Lane
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 229-0909
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 229-0909
Gr: K-12 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Southern Alamance High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
631 Southern High Road
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6400
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,148 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Graham High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
903 Trollinger Road
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6440
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6440
Gr: 9-12 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Alamance Virtual School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
609 Ray Street
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6134
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6134
Gr: 6-12 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Ray Street Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
609 Ray Street
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6644
Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6644
Gr: 6-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27253, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27253, NC include Abss Early College At Acc, River Mill Academy and Southern Alamance High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27253?
6 public high schools are located in 27253.
What is the racial composition of students in 27253?
27253 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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