For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 182 students in 28338, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28338, NC is Ellerbe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28338 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28338, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28338, NC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ellerbe Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
128 W Ballard Street
Ellerbe, NC 28338
(910) 582-7925
Ellerbe, NC 28338
(910) 582-7925
Gr: 6-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28338, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28338, NC include Ellerbe Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28338?
1 public middle schools are located in 28338.
What is the racial composition of students in 28338?
28338 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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