For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,035 students in 28127, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 53 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 28127, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28127, NC are North Stanly High School and North Stanly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28127 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28127, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28127, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Stanly High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
40206 Us Hwy 52 N
New London, NC 28127
(704) 961-4600
New London, NC 28127
(704) 961-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
North Stanly Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
36605 Old Salisbury Rd
New London, NC 28127
(704) 961-3700
New London, NC 28127
(704) 961-3700
Gr: 6-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
28127, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
36605 Old Salisbury Rd
New London, NC 28127
(704) 983-5200
New London, NC 28127
(704) 983-5200
Gr: PK-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28127, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28127, NC include North Stanly High School and North Stanly Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28127?
2 public schools are located in 28127.
What percentage of students in 28127 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 28127 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28127?
28127 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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