For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 608 students in 28459, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28459, NC is Shallotte Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28459 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28459, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28459, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shallotte Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
225 Village Road
Shallotte, NC 28459
(910) 756-6130
Shallotte, NC 28459
(910) 756-6130
Gr: 6-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28459, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28459, NC include Shallotte Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28459?
1 public schools are located in 28459.
What is the racial composition of students in 28459?
28459 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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