For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 761 students in 28349, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28349, NC are Duplin Early College High School and Kenansville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28349 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28349, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28349, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Duplin Early College High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
212 James Sprunt Dr
Kenansville, NC 28349
(910) 296-1136
Kenansville, NC 28349
(910) 296-1136
Gr: 9-13 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Kenansville Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
328 Limestone Rd
Kenansville, NC 28349
(910) 296-1647
Kenansville, NC 28349
(910) 296-1647
Gr: K-8 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
28349, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
174 Mallard Street
Kenansville, NC 28349
(910) 296-0309
Kenansville, NC 28349
(910) 296-0309
Gr: 6-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28349, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28349, NC include Duplin Early College High School and Kenansville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28349?
2 public schools are located in 28349.
What is the racial composition of students in 28349?
28349 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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