For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,153 students in 28098, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28098, NC are Lowell Elementary School and Holbrook Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28098 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28098, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 28098, NC Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Power Drive
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9118
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9118
Grades: K-5
| 402 students
Rank: #22.
Holbrook Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
418 S Church Street
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9607
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9607
Grades: 6-8
| 751 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28098, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28098, NC include Lowell Elementary School and Holbrook Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28098, NC?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28098, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28098, NC?
28098, NC public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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