For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,116 students in 28056, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28056, NC is Forestview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28056 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28056, 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 28056 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Forestview 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 51% 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 28056, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forestview High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5545 Union Road
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 861-2625
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 861-2625
Gr: 9-12 | 1,116 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28056, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28056, NC include Forestview High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28056?
1 public high schools are located in 28056.
What is the racial composition of students in 28056?
28056 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% 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).
