For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 756 students in 28090, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in 28090, NC is Burns Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28090 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28090, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28090, NC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Burns Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
215 Shady Grove Road
Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 476-8223
Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 476-8223
Grades: 6-8
| 756 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28090, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28090, NC include Burns Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28090?
1 public middle schools are located in 28090.
What is the racial composition of students in 28090?
28090 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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