For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,159 students in 28097, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 338 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 28097, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28097, NC are Locust Elementary School and West Stanly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28097 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28097, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28097, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Locust Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
103 School Rd
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 961-5500
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 961-5500
Grades: K-5
| 526 students
Rank: #22.
West Stanly Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
339 Running Creek Church Rd
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 961-3600
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 961-3600
Grades: 6-8
| 633 students
28097, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
24791 Millingport Rd
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 485-3825
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 485-3825
Grades: K-6
| 211 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28097, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28097, NC include Locust Elementary School and West Stanly Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28097?
2 public schools are located in 28097.
What percentage of students in 28097 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 28097 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28097?
28097 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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