For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 702 students in 28320, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28320, NC are Bladenboro Primary and Bladenboro Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28320 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28320, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28320, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bladenboro Primary
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
312 Old Whiteville Road
Bladenboro, NC 28320
(910) 863-3387
Bladenboro, NC 28320
(910) 863-3387
Gr: PK-4 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Bladenboro Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
910 South Main Street
Bladenboro, NC 28320
(910) 863-3232
Bladenboro, NC 28320
(910) 863-3232
Gr: 5-8 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28320, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28320, NC include Bladenboro Primary and Bladenboro Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28320?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28320.
What is the racial composition of students in 28320?
28320 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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