For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 410 students in 27817, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27817, NC is Southside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27817 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27817, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27817 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southside High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27817, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5700 Hwy 33 East
Chocowinity, NC 27817
(252) 940-1881
Chocowinity, NC 27817
(252) 940-1881
Gr: 9-12 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27817, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27817, NC include Southside High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27817?
1 public high schools are located in 27817.
What is the racial composition of students in 27817?
27817 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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