For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 375 students in 28341, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 15 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 28341, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in 28341, NC is Hargrove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28341 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28341, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28341, NC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hargrove Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7725 Faison Hwy
Faison, NC 28341
(910) 533-3444
Faison, NC 28341
(910) 533-3444
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28341, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28341, NC include Hargrove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28341?
1 public schools are located in 28341.
What percentage of students in 28341 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 28341 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28341?
28341 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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