Best 28697 North Carolina Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 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 (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Wilkes Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1677 North Nc Hwy 16
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-4381
Gr: 6-8 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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28697, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
374 Lincoln Heights Rd
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-3653
Gr: 9-12

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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