For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 370 students in 28306, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28306, NC are New Century International Middle School and Howard Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28306 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28306, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28306, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Century International Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7455 Century Circle
Fayetteville, NC 28306
(910) 487-2001
Fayetteville, NC 28306
(910) 487-2001
Gr: 6-8 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Howard Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1608 Camden Road
Fayetteville, NC 28306
(910) 483-5434
Fayetteville, NC 28306
(910) 483-5434
Gr: 5-8 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28306, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28306, NC include New Century International Middle School and Howard Learning Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 28306?
2 public middle schools are located in 28306.
What is the racial composition of students in 28306?
28306 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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