For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,222 students in 28144, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 559 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 28144, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28144, NC are Henderson High School, Salisbury High School and Overton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28144 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28144, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28144, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Henderson High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1215 North Main St
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 639-3134
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 639-3134
Grades: 6-12
| 14 students
Rank: #22.
Salisbury High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Lincolnton Rd
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 636-1221
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 636-1221
Grades: 9-12
| 903 students
Rank: #33.
Overton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1825 Park Rd W
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 639-3000
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 639-3000
Grades: K-5
| 273 students
Rank: #44.
Summit K-8 Virtual Academy
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1636 Parkview Circle
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 636-7500
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 636-7500
Grades: K-8
| 515 students
Rank: #55.
Knox Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1625 Park Rd W
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 633-2922
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 633-2922
Grades: 6-8
| 517 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28144, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28144, NC include Henderson High School, Salisbury High School and Overton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28144, NC?
5 public schools are located in 28144, NC.
What percentage of students in 28144, NC go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 28144, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28144, NC?
28144, NC public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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