For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,351 students in 28103, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28103, NC are New Salem Elementary School, Marshville Elementary School and East Union Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28103 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28103, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28103, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Salem Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6106 Hwy 205
Marshville, NC 28103
(704) 296-3175
Marshville, NC 28103
(704) 296-3175
Gr: K-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Marshville Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
515 North Elm Street
Marshville, NC 28103
(704) 296-6340
Marshville, NC 28103
(704) 296-6340
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
East Union Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6010 W Marshville Blvd
Marshville, NC 28103
(704) 290-1540
Marshville, NC 28103
(704) 290-1540
Gr: 6-8 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28103, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28103, NC include New Salem Elementary School, Marshville Elementary School and East Union Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28103?
3 public elementary schools are located in 28103.
What is the racial composition of students in 28103?
28103 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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