For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 229 students in 28406, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28406, NC is Wilmington School Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28406 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28406, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28406, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilmington School Of The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1306 Floral Pkwy
Wilmington, NC 28406
(910) 399-3712
Wilmington, NC 28406
(910) 399-3712
Gr: K-6 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28406, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28406, NC include Wilmington School Of The Arts.
How many public schools are located in 28406?
1 public schools are located in 28406.
What is the racial composition of students in 28406?
28406 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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