For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,569 students in 28159, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28159, NC are North Rowan High School, North Rowan Elementary School and North Rowan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28159 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28159, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28159, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Rowan High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 North Whitehead Ave
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 636-4420
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 636-4420
Grades: 9-12
| 592 students
Rank: #22.
North Rowan Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 Charles St
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3042
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3042
Grades: PK-5
| 413 students
Rank: #33.
North Rowan Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
512 Charles St
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3018
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3018
Grades: 6-8
| 564 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28159, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28159, NC include North Rowan High School, North Rowan Elementary School and North Rowan Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28159?
3 public schools are located in 28159.
What is the racial composition of students in 28159?
28159 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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