For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,299 students in 28504, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,101 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 28504, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28504, NC are Moss Hill Elementary School, Woodington Middle School and Banks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28504 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28504, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28504, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Moss Hill Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6040 Hwy 55 West
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 569-5071
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 569-5071
Grades: K-5
| 405 students
Rank: #22.
Woodington Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4939 Hwy 258 South
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-9570
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-9570
Grades: 6-8
| 607 students
Rank: #33.
Banks Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2148 Falling Creek Rd
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-9470
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-9470
Grades: PK-5
| 498 students
Rank: #44.
Southwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1245 Hwy 58 South
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-9081
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-9081
Grades: K-5
| 261 students
Rank: #55.
Northwest Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1701 Old Well Rd
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-5143
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-5143
Grades: K-5
| 461 students
Rank: #66.
Lenoir County Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2529 Cedar Dell Lane, Haigler-
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-4264
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-4264
Grades: PK-12
| 67 students
28504, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Caswell Center (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
2415 West Vernon Ave
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 208-3410
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 208-3410
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Kennedy Home (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
2557 Cedar Dell Lane
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-4432
Kinston, NC 28504
(252) 527-4432
Grades: K-12
| 71 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28504, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28504, NC include Moss Hill Elementary School, Woodington Middle School and Banks Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28504, NC?
6 public schools are located in 28504, NC.
What percentage of students in 28504, NC go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 28504, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28504, NC?
28504, NC public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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