For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 659 students in 28501, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28501, NC is Kinston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28501 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28501, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28501 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Kinston 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28501, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kinston High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2601 N Queen St
Kinston, NC 28501
(252) 527-8067
Kinston, NC 28501
(252) 527-8067
Gr: 9-12 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28501, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28501, NC include Kinston High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28501?
1 public high schools are located in 28501.
What is the racial composition of students in 28501?
28501 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% 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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