For the 2024 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,974 students in 28645, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 38 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 28645, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28645, NC are Lower Creek Elementary School, Hibriten High School and Kings Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28645 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28645, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28645, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lower Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
630 Lower Creek Drive Ne
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-4022
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-4022
Grades: K-5
| 395 students
Rank: #22.
Hibriten High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1350 Panther Trail Se
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 758-7376
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 758-7376
Grades: 9-12
| 836 students
Rank: #33.
Kings Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3680 Wilkesboro Boulevard
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-6039
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-6039
Grades: PK-8
| 176 students
Rank: #44.
West Caldwell High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 W Caldwell Drive
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 758-5583
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 758-5583
Grades: 9-12
| 706 students
Rank: #55.
Happy Valley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Yadkin River Road
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-3496
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-3496
Grades: PK-8
| 225 students
Rank: #66.
William Lenoir Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1366 Wildcat Trail
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 726-3910
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 726-3910
Grades: 6-8
| 537 students
Rank: #77.
Gamewell Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3210 Gamewell School Road
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-6204
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-6204
Grades: 6-8
| 502 students
Rank: #88.
Davenport A+ School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
901 College Avenue Sw
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-6941
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-6941
Grades: PK-5
| 495 students
Rank: #99.
Gamewell Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2904 Morganton Boulevard
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 758-1193
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 758-1193
Grades: PK-5
| 492 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
West Lenoir Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 Maple Drive Nw
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-5161
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-5161
Grades: 3-5
| 133 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Whitnel Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1425 Berkley Street Sw
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 728-6423
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 728-6423
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
Rank: #1212.
Valmead Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
111 Elizabeth Drive Nw
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-9612
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-9612
Grades: PK-5
| 161 students
Rank: #1313.
Horizons Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
332 Greenhaven Dr. Nw
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 726-3855
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 726-3855
Grades: K-5
| 30 students
28645, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4603 Oak Hill School Road
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-6128
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 754-6128
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28645, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28645, NC include Lower Creek Elementary School, Hibriten High School and Kings Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28645, NC?
13 public schools are located in 28645, NC.
What percentage of students in 28645, NC go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 28645, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28645, NC?
28645, NC public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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