For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,306 students in 28303, NC (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,428 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 28303, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28303, NC are Vanstory Hills Elementary School, Terry Sanford High School and Ponderosa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28303 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28303, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28303, NC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vanstory Hills Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Foxhall Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 483-0809
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 483-0809
Gr: 2-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Terry Sanford High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Fort Bragg Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 484-1151
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 484-1151
Gr: 9-12 | 1,201 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Ponderosa Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
311 Bonanza Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0148
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0148
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Morganton Road Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
102 Bonanza Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 867-4137
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 867-4137
Gr: K-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Westover Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
275 Bonanza Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0813
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0813
Gr: 6-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Alger B. Wilkins High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1429 Skibo Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
430 N Reilly Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-4843
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-4843
Gr: PK-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Westover High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
277 Bonanza Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0190
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0190
Gr: 9-12 | 1,234 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
28303, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1429 Skibo Rd
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Gr: K-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28303, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28303, NC include Vanstory Hills Elementary School, Terry Sanford High School and Ponderosa Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28303?
8 public schools are located in 28303.
What percentage of students in 28303 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 28303 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28303?
28303 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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