For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 825 students in 28420, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28420, NC are Waccamaw and Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28420 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28420, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28420, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waccamaw
(Math: 65% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5901 Waccamaw School Road Nw
Ash, NC 28420
(910) 756-5560
Ash, NC 28420
(910) 756-5560
Gr: K-8 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 Pea Landing Road Nw
Ash, NC 28420
(910) 756-5910
Ash, NC 28420
(910) 756-5910
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28420, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28420, NC include Waccamaw and Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28420?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28420.
What is the racial composition of students in 28420?
28420 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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