For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 117 students in 28573, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28573, NC is Pollocksville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28573 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28573, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28573, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pollocksville Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 Trent St
Pollocksville, NC 28573
(252) 224-8071
Pollocksville, NC 28573
(252) 224-8071
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28573, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28573, NC include Pollocksville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28573?
1 public schools are located in 28573.
What is the racial composition of students in 28573?
28573 public schools minority enrollment is 56% 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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