For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 200 students in Polkton, NC.
The top-ranked public school in Polkton, NC is Anson Co. Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Polkton, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Polkton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Polkton, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anson Co. Early College High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
177 Ledbetter Street
Polkton, NC 28135
(704) 272-5396
Polkton, NC 28135
(704) 272-5396
Gr: 9-13 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Polkton, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Polkton, NC include Anson Co. Early College High School.
How many public schools are located in Polkton?
1 public schools are located in Polkton.
What is the racial composition of students in Polkton?
Polkton public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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