Best 28531 North Carolina Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 111 students in 28531, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28531, NC is Harkers Island Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28531 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28531, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28531, NC Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harkers Island Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1163 Island Road
Harkers Island, NC 28531
(252) 728-3755
Gr: K-5 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 28531, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28531, NC include Harkers Island Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28531?
1 public schools are located in 28531.
What is the racial composition of students in 28531?
28531 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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