For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 563 students in 28351, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28351, NC is Carver Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28351 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28351, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28351, NC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
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 middle schools in 28351, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28351, NC include Carver Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28351?
1 public middle schools are located in 28351.
What is the racial composition of students in 28351?
28351 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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