For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,002 students in 28323, NC.
The top ranked public elementary school in 28323, NC is South Harnett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28323 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28323, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28323, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Harnett Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8335 Nc 210 South
Bunnlevel, NC 28323
(910) 893-9153
Bunnlevel, NC 28323
(910) 893-9153
Gr: 3-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
914 Anderson Creek Sch Rd
Bunnlevel, NC 28323
(910) 893-4523
Bunnlevel, NC 28323
(910) 893-4523
Gr: PK-2 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28323, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28323, NC include South Harnett Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28323?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28323.
What is the racial composition of students in 28323?
28323 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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