For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 362 students in 28128, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in 28128, NC is South Stanly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28128 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28128, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28128, NC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Stanly Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12492 Cottonville Road
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5700
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 362 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28128, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28128, NC include South Stanly Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28128?
1 public middle schools are located in 28128.
What is the racial composition of students in 28128?
28128 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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