For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 424 students in 28001, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28001, NC are Stanly Academy Learning Center and Albemarle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28001 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28001, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28001, NC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stanly Academy Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1121 Austin St
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4500
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-4500
Gr: 8-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Albemarle Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1811 Badin Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3400
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 961-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
28001, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1121 Austin St
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 982-2614
Albemarle, NC 28001
(704) 982-2614
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28001, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28001, NC include Stanly Academy Learning Center and Albemarle Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28001?
3 public middle schools are located in 28001.
What is the racial composition of students in 28001?
28001 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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