For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 445 students in 28425, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28425, NC are Burgaw Middle School and West Pender Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28425 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28425, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28425, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burgaw Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 South Wright Street
Burgaw, NC 28425
(910) 259-0149
Burgaw, NC 28425
(910) 259-0149
Gr: 6-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
West Pender Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10750 Nc Hwy 53 West
Burgaw, NC 28425
(910) 283-5626
Burgaw, NC 28425
(910) 283-5626
Gr: 6-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28425, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28425, NC include Burgaw Middle School and West Pender Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28425?
2 public middle schools are located in 28425.
What is the racial composition of students in 28425?
28425 public middle schools minority enrollment is 62% 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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