For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,863 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 Hawk Eye 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 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28377, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 554 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 854 students
Rank: #33.
Hawk Eye Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4321 Old Maxton Road
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 875-2470
Red Springs, NC 28377
(910) 875-2470
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Rank: #44.
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
Grades: PK-4
| 539 students
Rank: #55.
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
Grades: 5-8
| 580 students
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 Hawk Eye 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 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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