For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,490 students in 28128, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 22 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 28128, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28128, NC are South Stanly High School, Aquadale Elementary School and South Stanly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28128 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28128, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28128, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Stanly High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
40488 S Stanly School Rd
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-4100
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-4100
Grades: 9-12
| 459 students
Rank: #22.
Aquadale Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11707 Nc Hwy 138
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5600
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 346 students
Rank: #33.
South Stanly Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12492 Cottonville Road
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5700
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 339 students
Rank: #44.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 South Main St
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-4000
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-4000
Grades: K-5
| 346 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28128, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28128, NC include South Stanly High School, Aquadale Elementary School and South Stanly Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28128, NC?
4 public schools are located in 28128, NC.
What percentage of students in 28128, NC go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 28128, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28128, NC?
28128, NC public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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