For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 617 students in 28715, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28715, NC is Enka Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28715 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28715, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28715, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Enka Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
390 Asbury Road
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 670-5010
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 670-5010
Gr: 7-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28715, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28715, NC include Enka Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28715?
1 public middle schools are located in 28715.
What is the racial composition of students in 28715?
28715 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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