Top 3 Best 28159 North Carolina Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,435 students in 28159, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28159, NC are North Rowan High School, North Rowan Elementary School and North Rowan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28159 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28159, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).

Best 28159, NC Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Rowan High School
Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
300 North Whitehead Ave
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 636-4420
Grades: 9-12
| 559 students
Rank: #22.
North Rowan Elementary School
Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Charles St
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3042
Grades: PK-5
| 400 students
Rank: #33.
North Rowan Middle School
Math: 15% | Reading: 24%
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
512 Charles St
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3018
Grades: 6-8
| 476 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 28159, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28159, NC include North Rowan High School, North Rowan Elementary School and North Rowan Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28159, NC?
3 public schools are located in 28159, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28159, NC?
28159, NC public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).

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