For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 915 students in 28138, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 518 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 28138, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28138, NC are Rockwell Elementary School and Shive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28138 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28138, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28138, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rockwell Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
114 Link St
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-3145
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-3145
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Shive Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
655 Holshouser Rd
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-2899
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-2899
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28138, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28138, NC include Rockwell Elementary School and Shive Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28138?
2 public schools are located in 28138.
What percentage of students in 28138 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 28138 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28138?
28138 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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