For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 395 students in 28386, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28386, NC is Rex-rennert Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28386 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 28386, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28386, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rex-rennert Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11780 Rennert Road
Shannon, NC 28386
(910) 843-5298
Shannon, NC 28386
(910) 843-5298
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28386, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28386, NC include Rex-rennert Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28386?
1 public schools are located in 28386.
What is the racial composition of students in 28386?
28386 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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