For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,377 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28103, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 249 students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 433 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 695 students
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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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