For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 450 students in 28697, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in 28697, NC is West Wilkes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28697 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28697, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28697, NC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Wilkes Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1677 North Nc Hwy 16
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-4381
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-4381
Grades: 6-8
| 450 students
28697, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
374 Lincoln Heights Rd
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-3653
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-3653
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28697, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28697, NC include West Wilkes Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28697?
1 public middle schools are located in 28697.
What is the racial composition of students in 28697?
28697 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% 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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