For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 973 students in Locust, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 281 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Locust, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Locust, NC are Locust Elementary School and West Stanly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Locust, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Locust have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Locust, NC (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Locust Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
103 School Rd
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 961-5500
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 961-5500
Grades: K-5
| 423 students
Rank: #22.
West Stanly Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
339 Running Creek Church Rd
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 961-3600
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 961-3600
Grades: 6-8
| 550 students
Locust, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
24791 Millingport Rd
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 485-3825
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 485-3825
Grades: K-6
| 211 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Locust, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Locust, NC include Locust Elementary School and West Stanly Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Locust, NC?
2 public schools are located in Locust, NC.
What percentage of students in Locust, NC go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Locust, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Locust, NC?
Locust, NC public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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