Best 28409 North Carolina Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,967 students in 28409, NC (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,095 private students). 64% 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 63% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 50% 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 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).