For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,092 students in 28147, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 378 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 28147, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28147, NC are West Rowan Middle School, Isenberg Elementary School and Knollwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28147 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28147, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28147, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Rowan Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5925 Statesville Blvd
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 633-4775
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 633-4775
Grades: 6-8
| 664 students
Rank: #22.
Isenberg Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Jake Alexander Blvd N
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3009
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3009
Grades: PK-5
| 426 students
Rank: #33.
Knollwood Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3075 Shue Rd
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 857-3400
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 857-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 511 students
Rank: #44.
Hurley Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
625 Hurley School Rd
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3038
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3038
Grades: PK-5
| 491 students
28147, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rowan Academy (Closed 2007)
Charter School
1010 Airport Road
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 630-9200
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 630-9200
Grades: K-5
| 44 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28147, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28147, NC include West Rowan Middle School, Isenberg Elementary School and Knollwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28147, NC?
4 public schools are located in 28147, NC.
What percentage of students in 28147, NC go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 28147, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28147, NC?
28147, NC public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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