For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,061 students in 28409, NC (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,072 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 28409, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28409, NC are Masonboro Elementary School, Holly Tree Elementary School and Bradley Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28409 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28409, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28409, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Masonboro Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3518 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2355
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2355
Grades: K-5
| 543 students
Rank: #22.
Holly Tree Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3020 Web Trace
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2250
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2250
Grades: K-5
| 436 students
Rank: #33.
Bradley Creek Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6211 Greenville Loop
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2051
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2051
Grades: K-5
| 367 students
Rank: #44.
Myrtle Grove Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 Piner Rd
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2100
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2100
Grades: 6-8
| 715 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28409, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28409, NC include Masonboro Elementary School, Holly Tree Elementary School and Bradley Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28409, NC?
4 public schools are located in 28409, NC.
What percentage of students in 28409, NC go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 28409, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28409, NC?
28409, NC public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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