For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 402 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 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28128, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 6-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
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 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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