For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 463 students in 28681, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28681, NC is West Alexander Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28681 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28681, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28681, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Alexander Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
85 Bulldog Lane
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 495-4611
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 495-4611
Gr: 6-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
28681, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7300 Church Road
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-2395
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-2395
Gr: 4-8 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
928 Nc Hwy 16 South
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-1141
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-1141
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28681, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28681, NC include West Alexander Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28681?
1 public middle schools are located in 28681.
What is the racial composition of students in 28681?
28681 public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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