For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,282 students in 28079, NC (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,012 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 28079, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28079, NC are Porter Ridge High School, Poplin Elementary School and Indian Trail Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28079 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28079, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28079, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Porter Ridge High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2839 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 292-7662
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 292-7662
Grades: 9-12
| 1,670 students
Rank: #22.
Poplin Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5627 Poplin Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-0320
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-0320
Grades: PK-5
| 670 students
Rank: #33.
Indian Trail Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Education Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3095
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3095
Grades: PK-5
| 559 students
Rank: #44.
Union Prep At Indian Trail
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2324 Younts Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Grades: K-8
| 1,047 students
Rank: #55.
Hemby Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6701 Indian Trl-fairview Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-6352
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-6352
Grades: PK-5
| 400 students
Rank: #66.
Porter Ridge Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2827 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 225-7555
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 225-7555
Grades: 6-8
| 1,285 students
Rank: #77.
Sun Valley Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1409 Wesley Chapel Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3009
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3009
Grades: 6-8
| 1,067 students
Rank: #88.
Porter Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2843 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 289-1965
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 289-1965
Grades: PK-5
| 584 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28079, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28079, NC include Porter Ridge High School, Poplin Elementary School and Indian Trail Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28079, NC?
8 public schools are located in 28079, NC.
What percentage of students in 28079, NC go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 28079, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28079, NC?
28079, NC public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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