For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,273 students in 28351, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28351, NC are Laurel Hill Elementary School and Carver Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28351 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28351, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28351, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurel Hill Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11340 Old Wire Road
Laurel Hill, NC 28351
(910) 462-2111
Laurel Hill, NC 28351
(910) 462-2111
Gr: PK-5 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Carver Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Fieldcrest Road
Laurel Hill, NC 28351
(910) 462-4669
Laurel Hill, NC 28351
(910) 462-4669
Gr: 6-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
28351, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9801 Malloy Ave
Laurel Hill, NC 28351
(910) 462-3601
Laurel Hill, NC 28351
(910) 462-3601
Gr: PK-4
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28351, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28351, NC include Laurel Hill Elementary School and Carver Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28351?
2 public schools are located in 28351.
What is the racial composition of students in 28351?
28351 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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