Best 28478 North Carolina Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public school serving 506 students in 28478, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 49 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 28478, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in 28478, NC is Penderlea Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28478 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28478, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).

Best 28478, NC Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Penderlea Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
11 Garden Road
Willard, NC 28478
(910) 285-2761
Grades: K-8
| 506 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 28478, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28478, NC include Penderlea Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28478, NC?
1 public schools are located in 28478, NC.
What percentage of students in 28478, NC go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 28478, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28478, NC?
28478, NC public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).

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