For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,790 students in 28112, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28112, NC are Parkwood Middle School, Monroe Middle School and Wolfe School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28112 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28112, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28112, NC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkwood Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3219 Parkwood School Rd
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-0655
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-0655
Gr: 6-8 | 879 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Monroe Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 E Sunset Drive
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3120
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3120
Gr: 6-8 | 802 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Wolfe School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
722 Brewer Drive
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 290-1568
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 290-1568
Gr: 6-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28112, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28112, NC include Parkwood Middle School, Monroe Middle School and Wolfe School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28112?
3 public middle schools are located in 28112.
What is the racial composition of students in 28112?
28112 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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