For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,193 students in 28461, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 140 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 28461, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28461, NC are South Brunswick High School, Southport Elementary School and South Brunswick Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28461 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28461, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28461, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Brunswick High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
280 Cougar Drive Bsl
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 756-6880
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 756-6880
Grades: 9-12
| 1,182 students
Rank: #22.
Southport Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
701 West 9th Street
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-6036
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-6036
Grades: PK-5
| 420 students
Rank: #33.
South Brunswick Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Cougar Drive Bsl
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 756-6870
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 756-6870
Grades: 6-8
| 591 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28461, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28461, NC include South Brunswick High School, Southport Elementary School and South Brunswick Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28461?
3 public schools are located in 28461.
What percentage of students in 28461 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 28461 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28461?
28461 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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