For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,831 students in 28377, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 20 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 28377, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28377, NC are East Bladen High School, Red Springs High School and Peterson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28377 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28377, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28377, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Bladen High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5600 Nc Hwy 87 East
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 247-4610
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 247-4610
Gr: 9-12 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Red Springs High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
509 N Vance Street
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 843-4211
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 843-4211
Gr: 9-12 | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Peterson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
102 Phillips Ave
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 843-4125
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 843-4125
Gr: PK-4 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Red Springs Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
302 W Second Avenue
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 843-3883
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 843-3883
Gr: 5-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28377, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28377, NC include East Bladen High School, Red Springs High School and Peterson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28377?
5 public schools are located in 28377.
What percentage of students in 28377 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 28377 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28377?
28377 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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