For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 537 students in 28521, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28521, NC is Chinquapin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28521 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28521, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28521, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chinquapin Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3894 Nc 50 South
Chinquapin, NC 28521
(910) 285-3476
Chinquapin, NC 28521
(910) 285-3476
Gr: PK-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28521, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28521, NC include Chinquapin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28521?
1 public schools are located in 28521.
What is the racial composition of students in 28521?
28521 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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