For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 798 students in 27542, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27542, NC is North Johnston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27542 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27542, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27542 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Johnston 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27542, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Johnston High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5915 Us Hwy 301 N
Kenly, NC 27542
(919) 284-2031
Kenly, NC 27542
(919) 284-2031
Gr: 9-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27542, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27542, NC include North Johnston High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27542?
1 public high schools are located in 27542.
What is the racial composition of students in 27542?
27542 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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