Best 28043 North Carolina Public Middle Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 612 students in 28043, NC.
The top ranked public middle schools in 28043, NC are Chase Middle School and Rutherford Opportunity Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28043 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 28043, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 55% (majority Black).

Best 28043, NC Public Middle Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chase Middle School
Math: 35% | Reading: 47%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
840 Chase High Rd
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 247-1043
Grades: 6-8
| 517 students
Rank: #22.
Rutherford Opportunity Center
Alternative School
Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
140 Old Caroleen Road
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 248-5294
Grades: 6-12
| 95 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 28043 North Carolina

28043, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
140 Old Carolean Road
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-5230
Grades: K-2
| 243 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28043, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28043, NC include Chase Middle School and Rutherford Opportunity Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 28043, NC?
2 public middle schools are located in 28043, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28043, NC?
28043, NC public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 55% (majority Black).

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